When it comes to ultralight bass fishing during the summer, most people usually only go in the mornings or evenings. This is typical, as it is the most comfortable time to go. They don't realize that they are missing out on some prime fishing time!
One of my favorite ultralight bass fishing techniques is topwater. Who doesn't love topwater fishing? When I speak of the subject though, 2 main lures come to mind. Buzzbaits, and poppers. I have caught more fish with these 2 lures, than any other topwaters in my collection.
Early in the morning, or earlier in the evening, just after the sun has settled in, and your eyes adjust to the change is the best time to apply topwater in mid summer. Choosing the right bait to use at the right time is the key to landing more fish.
With the water heating up to uncomfortable conditions this time of year, the bass tend to not chase baits actively during the day. This is why waiting until the water cools down to use the faster moving baits is key.
When the sun is high overhead though, the fish cannot look up for their food. If they did, they would go blind -- they don't have any eyelids to protect them like we do. This forces them to stay looking down, and seek overhead cover. This is when I break out my jigs and worms.
Jigs and worms are two of the best baits for when conditions present you with a bright sunny sky. After all, you don't get to pick when you fish! Worms and jigs can be slow rolled on the bottom, bounced, hopped, jigged, create a ruckus, just keep testing to find out what the fish are looking for. Remember to bring along your patience!
One of my favorite ultralight bass fishing techniques is topwater. Who doesn't love topwater fishing? When I speak of the subject though, 2 main lures come to mind. Buzzbaits, and poppers. I have caught more fish with these 2 lures, than any other topwaters in my collection.
Early in the morning, or earlier in the evening, just after the sun has settled in, and your eyes adjust to the change is the best time to apply topwater in mid summer. Choosing the right bait to use at the right time is the key to landing more fish.
With the water heating up to uncomfortable conditions this time of year, the bass tend to not chase baits actively during the day. This is why waiting until the water cools down to use the faster moving baits is key.
When the sun is high overhead though, the fish cannot look up for their food. If they did, they would go blind -- they don't have any eyelids to protect them like we do. This forces them to stay looking down, and seek overhead cover. This is when I break out my jigs and worms.
Jigs and worms are two of the best baits for when conditions present you with a bright sunny sky. After all, you don't get to pick when you fish! Worms and jigs can be slow rolled on the bottom, bounced, hopped, jigged, create a ruckus, just keep testing to find out what the fish are looking for. Remember to bring along your patience!
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Talk about a girl knowing her stuff! Check out Ramsey's latest post 1000 Words On Ultralight Bass Fishing. Ramsey enjoys helping people catch more fish, and writing over at Ultralight-Fishing.com. Tight lines!
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