Out of all of the fish ever created, the striped bass is one that is both infuriating and incredibly fun to try to reel in. If you have never been bass fishing before, or you are just trying to perfect your technique, there are a few tips that you can use to make sure that your next fishing trip is successful.

1. Pick your time carefully.

Striped bass are easiest to catch during their spring runs. They are hungry, there are bunches of them and the odds are in your favor. While fall bass fishing is challenging and fun, your odds of landing a striper are going to go way down during that time. It is also essential to pick the right kind of bait for the right season. For example, using live bait in winter will dramatically increase your odds for success. However, during spring and summer, you’ll want to stick with lures instead. The best method is to keep a log of what you are using and the success rates you have.

We also recommend visiting the lake where you will be fishing a day early. Don’t fish, just sit and watch the activity. You can start to formulate your plan for the next day by logging the hours when the bass are most active. Talk to the other striper fishers in the area and see what they’re using, what techniques they’re trying and how much success they’re having. This is a great way to go out prepared for the next day.

2. Don’t forget the art of the tease.

Striped bass are lively little creatures and if you want to interest them in your bait, you’re going to have to master the art of the tease. The key is to place your teaser about two feet away from your actual bait. This gives the appearance of two baits, and you’ll be much more likely to spark the interest of your bass. Be patient, don’t rush it. You can use bucktail hair, or even a regular bright colored lure. Just make sure that the teaser is lighter in color than your actual bait.

3. Speed it up and slow it down.

In spring, when the striped bass are at their most ferocious, you’ll need to move quickly to get the biggest haul. They are on the move and if you want to attract them, you’ll need to use quick and sharp movements. This changes as the season winds down. Towards the fall months, you’re going to want to slow your movements down, and use more deliberate strokes. This will make a huge difference in your success levels.

Catching striped bass is challenging and incredibly rewarding. When you’re using the right combination of the best tools and techniques, you’ll be much more likely to have a brand new fish tale to tell at the end of the day. Try changing it up a bit and see what works best for you – logging each change you make for future reference.

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Originally posted 2008-11-26 14:06:12. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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