All About Water Clarity

Strike King makes a wide variety of proven baits that catch bass in any depth of water you happen to be fishing. Veteran Arkansas pro Mark Davis carries an arsenal of these lures in his boat, but he has a handful of favorites for fishing shallow or deep.

The first thing veteran bass pro Todd Faircloth does when he gets to an unfamiliar body of water is to check the water clarity. Whether the water is muddy, murky, stained or clear will dictate which lures he ties on and what colors are most likely to generate bites.

When Texan Clark Wendlandt clinched the 2020 Bassmaster Elite Series Angler of the Year title, he proved beyond question that he can sack bass in any season. He claims that many baits are productive in a variety of situations. However, there are a handful of lures that he always relies on in cold water and vice versa for warm water.

Having a hard time getting bites in the winter? Try a bait with a different sonic profile.

Todd Faircloth has fished in all kinds of conditions, and there are three Strike King lures he’s come to trust when it’s windy.

Fishing submergent grass can be very challenging. Shaw Grigsby breaks down how to fish this type of cover with his top 3 baits.

This past week I traveled to Orlando, FL to attend the ICAST fishing show where much of the new fishing tackle, accessories, & other fishing equipment for the upcoming year is introduced.  With clear water as the result of zebra mussel infestations becoming more & more prominent in many of the waters I fish for bass across the Midwest, I kept a keen eye out for lures & other equipment that I feel will help me combat clear waters when bassin'.

Fishing in the wind can be a challenge for many anglers, but for some, it's the best conditions to catch fish. The wind can activate fish, creating windows of opportunity for anglers to capitalize on.