kdiaz+FollowScents that actually helped me catch more bassUsed to think scented lures were just marketing hype until I started testing them seriously. After trying 20+ different scents across multiple fisheries, I'm now a complete believer - especially in tough conditions. 1️⃣ Berkley MaxScent – My go-to for smallmouths in murky water. Stays on longer and gets bites when visibility is low. 2️⃣ Nories Aging Bass Liquid – Works well in clear, cold water. I soak my plastics for days and it makes a difference. 3️⃣ Berkley Gulp – Leaves a strong trail. Perfect for current-heavy spots or tough bites. 4️⃣ Bait Fuel – Subtle but deadly. Great in pressured lakes or when fish are just "off." Plus, it doesn’t stain gear. 5️⃣ Bang Garlic Spray – Ideal for largemouths in the South. Garlic seems to fire them up in muddy conditions. Scents won’t save a bad bait choice, but they will get you bonus bites when conditions are tough. #fishing #scentedlures #bassfishing #fishingtips20Share
fisherchad+Followwhy I stopped targeting spawning bassUsed to love sight fishing beds - easy catches, watching fish react to baits. But seeing boat after boat hitting the same spawning flats, pulling fish off nests repeatedly? Left me sick. We're disrupting bass during their most vulnerable time when they're just trying to reproduce. Sure it's fun, but there are plenty of other bass to chase that aren't defending their future. What's your take - am I being too soft or is this just good ethics? #fishing #bassfishing #ethicalfishing72Share
kdiaz+FollowDad's Secret to Landing Big Fish Every TimeNothing beats the way my dad taught me to fish—simple and effective. If you’re just starting out or want to go back to basics, here’s what I recommend: 1️⃣ Bait: Use Canadian nightcrawlers (green ones if you can find them). Thread 'em Texas-rig style with no weight. 2️⃣ Location: Cast near grass, docks, or low branches. Let it sink naturally. 3️⃣ Setup: Loose drag, rod holder if you got one, and keep an eye on the line—when it tightens and moves, you're in for a ride. If you're feeling adventurous, a silver/red topwater popper is my go-to lure. The splash and strike? Unreal. What’s your favorite old school tip that still delivers? #fishing #FishingTips #BassFishing394Share
kdiaz+Followtexas-rigged flukes are my go-to lureBeen throwing the weightless Texas-rigged Super Fluke for years—it’s hands-down one of my favorite ways to fish. Watching that strike just under the surface is such a thrill. One trip on the Roanoke River, we were pulling in stripers almost every cast. For stained water, I always reach for a bubblegum Zoom Trick Worm—rigged the same way. That color just works. Anyone else a fan of flukes or trick worms? What’s your go-to setup for stained water? #fishing #bassfishing #fishingtips #texasrig481Share
fisherchad+Followwhy most anglers struggle with summer bassHad a buddy ask me yesterday what techniques I rely on when summer heat hits and bass get finicky. Got me thinking about my most consistent producers over the years. Here's the thing about summer bass - post-spawn they split into two groups: shallow cover huggers (mostly males) and deep structure females. Understanding this changes everything. My go-to tactics: 1️⃣ Early morning topwater - Dawn to 9am is magic hour. Buzztoads tight to cover, ploppers in open water. Even big females move shallow during low light. 2️⃣ Sinking stick baits - Deadstick heavy salt baits under docks. Cast, let it fall on slack line, watch for that subtle line movement when they suck it in. 3️⃣ Deep diving crankbaits - Bang bottom structure with baits diving 2+ feet deeper than water depth. Crash sandy/rocky bottoms, run just above weedy ones. 4️⃣ Spinnerbaits - Perfect search lures for covering water. Add trailer hooks when they're short striking - ups my catch rate dramatically. 5️⃣ Punching rigs - Flip through matted weeds where bass hide from sun. Reaction strikes are instant when your bait crashes through. What's your summer bass secret weapon? Anyone else notice that shallow/deep split? #fishing #SummerFishing #BassFishing #FishingTips14410Share
kdiaz+FollowI catch more fish with $35 Walmart gearInternet's gonna hate this but here goes - fishing gear all does the same thing. That $35 Walmart combo works just as well as your premium setup. See those guys at every dock slaying fish with cheap gear? They're proof expensive doesn't equal better. Fish don't care about your brand flex. My recommendation: any medium-light rod ($15-100), cheap Chinese reel from Amazon (3000 size), decent 6-10lb mono, basic lures and hooks. Total cost under $200. Went out last weekend with no-name Chinese gear and filled the boat. Fish didn't ask to see my receipt or check if my rod was "premium sensitive." Maybe we just buy fancy gear to impress each other? #fishing #fishingtips #budgetangler #tightlines #bassfishing #warehousewisdom367Share
David Mcgrath+FollowSummer Bass Fishing Hacks You NeedWho knew bass could be so picky in the heat? If you want to reel in more fish this summer, here’s the scoop: hit the water early or late, target shady spots, and slow down your lure game. Don’t forget sun gear and hydration—trust me, you’ll thank yourself later. Oh, and those weedless lures? Total game-changer for sneaky bass hiding out. Stay cool and fish smarter, not harder! #BassFishing #SummerFishing #FishingTips #OutdoorLife #FishOn #Finance111Share
jeffreyhester+FollowFly Tying Patterns You Gotta TryObsessed with fly fishing? This week’s Tying Tuesday is packed with killer patterns for trout, bass, and even saltwater. Barry Ord Clarke’s Slow-Water Caddis is delicate but totally worth the effort—trout won’t know what hit ‘em. The Ausable Wulff is a bushy classic that survives rough water, and the Shimmer Minnow brings the bling for both bass and trout. Don’t miss the Saltwater Deceiver for big water action, plus a handy guide to fly-tying hooks. Which one are you tying up first? #FlyTying #FishingLife #TroutFishing #BassFishing #SaltwaterFishing #TyingTuesday #Finance80Share
Karen Huynh+FollowCombs’ Summer Bass Secrets & Hot New GearBass fishing fans, you’ll want to check this out: Pro angler Keith Combs just dropped his top 3 summer baits—perfect for anyone looking to up their game. Plus, Skeeter’s got a slick new ZXE boat that’s turning heads, and Big Bite’s Thresher Worm is making waves as the new go-to for smallmouth. If you’re planning to hit the water, these are the tips and gear you need to know about! #BassFishing #FishingTips #SkeeterBoats #News20Share
Cody Kennedy+FollowBass Fishing Drama & Legends: Spill the Tea!Who’s the real G.O.A.T. of bass fishing? The debate is heating up again, with Rick Clunn still holding the crown—but Jacob Wheeler is coming in hot! Meanwhile, a big bass tournament group in Alabama is getting sued for allegedly bouncing checks to winners (over $100K owed?!). And for some lighter vibes, check out the hilarious Q&A with Seth Feider and John Cox—think bologna sandwiches and fishing stories. This week in bass fishing is wild! #BassFishing #FishingDrama #JacobWheeler #News00Share
