Alright, listen up you young’uns, let me tell ya somethin’ about catchin’ them bass fish when the leaves start fallin’. Fall fishin’, that’s a whole different ball game, ya hear?
Now, I ain’t no fancy fishin’ expert, but I’ve been yankin’ bass outta the water longer than you’ve been alive, I reckon. So, pay attention, and maybe you’ll learn a thing or two. We gonna talk about the best bass lures for the fall, none of that highfalutin’ talk, just plain and simple.
First off, you gotta understand them bass in the fall. They’re gettin’ ready for winter, see? They’re chasin’ baitfish, fattenin’ up. So, you gotta give ’em what they want.
One thing them bass love in the fall is them topwater lures. You know, the ones that make a ruckus on top of the water. Makes a big splash, gets their attention. It’s like ringin’ the dinner bell, ya know? Buzzbaits, poppers, spooks, they all work pretty good. Just throw ’em out there and reel ’em in, make a little commotion. Them bass will come runnin’. I tell you what, early mornin’ and late evenin’, that’s the best time for topwater, when it’s a bit cooler.
Then you got your crankbaits. These are good for when the bass are a little deeper, ya see? They got that wobble and wiggle that drives them bass crazy. You gotta get the ones that dive down to the right depth, where them fish are hangin’ out. Different colors for different water, too. Sunny days, I like a bright, flashy color. Cloudy days, maybe somethin’ a little darker. It ain’t rocket science, just common sense, really.
- Shallow crankbaits: For fishin’ in the shallows, near the weeds and rocks.
- Deep diving crankbaits: For when the fish are down deeper, in the channels or drop-offs.
Next up is spinnerbaits. Oh, I love them spinnerbaits. They got that shiny blade that flashes and vibrates, makin’ a real commotion underwater. Bass can’t resist ’em, I tell ya. They’re good for fishin’ around cover, like weeds and logs. Just cast ’em out and reel ’em in slow and steady, let that blade do its work.
And don’t forget about them swimbaits. Them big ones, they look just like a real fish swimmin’ along. Bass see that, and they think, “Dinner!” You can get ’em in different sizes and colors, match ’em to what the baitfish look like in your lake. You gotta fish these slow, too, let ’em swim natural-like.
Now, last but not least, we got jigs. Jigs are good for when the bass are bein’ finicky, you know? Not bitin’ on anything else. You can fish ’em slow on the bottom, bounce ’em along, make ’em look like a crawfish or somethin’. Black and blue, that’s a good color for jigs. Green pumpkin, too. And sometimes, a little trailer on the hook, like a grub or a craw, that’ll get ’em goin’.
So, there you have it. Topwater, crankbaits, spinnerbaits, swimbaits, and jigs. That’s all you need to catch them bass in the fall. But remember, the most important thing is to keep tryin’ different things. If one lure ain’t workin’, try another. And don’t be afraid to experiment. That’s how you learn. And most importantly, have patience, young’uns. Fishin’ ain’t about catchin’ fish all the time, it’s about bein’ out there, enjoyin’ nature, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll catch a big ol’ bass.
One more thing, fishin’ in the fall means the weather can change faster than a chicken can peck corn. So, you gotta be prepared. Bring a jacket, even if it’s warm when you start. And keep an eye on the sky. You don’t want to get caught out in a storm. And always, always, be safe out there on the water.
Now go on out there and catch some fish! And don’t forget what I told ya. Them bass are waitin’!
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