Swapping over to a slender, paddle tail swimbait like a MISSLE Baits Shockwave still masks the hook and adds action to the back of the bait, but now the bait can sink down a little farther in the ...

Sometimes, it takes less effort to paddle to a secluded spot than to walk ... but is more appealing to the big mamas. If reaction baits aren't working, finesse-style lures are a great choice.

But once you understand the main characteristics of different patterns, lure fishing is actually not that ... between a bite and a blank. Rubber paddle tails are excellent at deflecting water ...

As bass move up to the shallower water as it continues to get warmer, I have a lot of success throwing some type of square ...