Mobasser

We all have stressful days. In my type of work, rarely does a day go 100% smooth from start to finish. Someone doesn't show, materials not delivered, correcting mistakes, dealing with subcontractors, and meeting deadlines. Some days I come home pretty burned out. Those are the evenings I go to the pond. The laid back , quiet type of fishing is an automatic stress reliever. Fall is my favorite time for this. The scenery is great.Of course I go there to catch fish. But it's a different fishing than bigger lakes. No loud boats, no party crowd etc. The best way to unwind that I know of.Anyone else do this?

Many guys use both. I use medium mostly, both will work, but I like medium for almost all finesse rigs

I won't be throwing this one.

Like most bass fisherman, I love topwaters fishing. I always keep one rod rigged with a Texas rig. I'm also the first one to change, if the topwaters won't work

Catt, you've got it down. The two best lures in bass fishing. The fish will let you know

I agree. Pair down your tackle, and fish slower. My favorite is a plastic worm. Doug Hannon also said that a plastic worm was the one lure that a bass can not be conditioned to refuse. But it is not a magic bait either.Some of the best trophy fisherman stick with 2 or 3 baits- and perfect them

Try and learn to perfect plastic worm fishing.It takes practice, but it can be fished where other lures simply can't go.

Scaleface, I'm not much of a drop shorter either. Texas rig is my favorite, followed by shakey heads and split shot. I'll have to learn it at some point. I like jelly worms too

Great video

Fenwick 6'6 hmg, shimano sahara 2500 reel, 8lb sunlne mono

I like the idea of some wild remote place too. Camping out, catching some smallmouth and plenty of peace and quiet. That's a real " dream bass fishing trip".

Very nice fish! Congrats on a great catch

Tom, I think balance is thought out much more than years ago. It's true with modern tackle, if you pick your rod/ reels carefully you can achieve near perfect balance. Lighter, more sensitive,faster, and much more comfortable to fish with for longer periods.Much better casting performance too.

On WRBs recomendation, I bought oxblood red flake roboworms. They have worked as well if not better than others. My two other best have been mm111 and folkstead special.

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What are two lakes that you've always wanted to fish but never have? #1 for me would be Toledo Bend. 2nd would be Dale Hollow. My choices are based on reading about these legendary lakes, and becoming a big fan of the famous fisherman who called these lakes their home waters. Some of the all time greats come from Texas, and Dale Hollow with Billy Westmoreland. What would be your choice, for a dream bass fishing trip?

Interesting history on all this worm fishing. Myself, as well as thousands of fisherman owe these folks a thank you for being innovative fisherman in their day. Now days, we take it all for granted. Wasn't always that way! A Texas rigged plastic worm IS the #1 bass lure of all time. Just my opinion- but I think many would agree.

Lots of times plain old mono is the best. I've still not found another line that works as well on my spinning reels as mono. Hope this new line is as good as they say it will be.

When you look at many newer baits on the market now, it's easy to see how many are just slight variations of lures that were invented years ago. Some are derived from plugs that are 50+ yrs old. The whopper plopper is no exception. New improved versions? Not always. The older baits still work good too. It's hard, if not impossible, to come up with a totally new type of lure, without borrowing from the past.

Same for me Catt. #1 choice would be plastic worm with jigs a close second

I don't night fish as for as long as I used too, but still go several times a season. I only take 2 rods and downsize my tackle too.It is a great experience. And, can produce some great fishing. I like Texas rigged baits mostly- big worms are always good.

Jim, I think that color is good- all around.

Wow! Great trip for you guys. Nice fish!

Very nice fish! Congrats!

I like single barbs too. Easier to get a good hookset