Spinnerbaits should be your choice when fishing areas that combine heavy weeds,
wood structures, and areas where you are sure to get snagged-up when throwing
out a crankbait or lure. Use the "Bump and Stump" method here. Simply cast
beyond the area you are looking to fish, and make sure you hit one of the
obstacles and pull the spinnerbait back towards you. The water should have some
depth to allow the spinnerbait to fall down a bit and then show action as you
begin the retrieve.
The main part of the "Bump and Stump" method is to let it drop down after you
hit the object, since most fish slam it about 2-3 seconds once it drops down in
the water. It's all about making it look natural.
When going after predatory fish, add a split trailer with a stinger hook.
This will make sure that once you're hit they are going to get hooked. This
works great for pike!
Spinnerbait retrievals can vary based on the conditions of the water you're
fishing. If you see it's an active fish day, you can cast out constantly and
clean up, since the fish are going to attack anything on the water's surface. If
it's not-so-active out that day, take things a bit slower and bring the bait in
easier.
You need to get their attention, so don't go too crazy! Color will be
more important on these types of days as well, since most likely a front had
passed, or it's a bit cooler out.
Click here for tips on lure color
When you get a strike with a spinnerbait, you'll feel the weight of the fish for
sure. That's when you set the hook and begin the fight.
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