Baits and Lures 101

The spinnerbait has been less prominent in recent years on major tournament trails due to several factors, most having nothing to do with its continued effectiveness.

This bait modification mimics the most enticing thing about crawdads.

A finesse tube can be an excellent compromise for anglers looking for something that has the magic combination of producing numbers, but still appealing to the right kind of quality that can be competitive in tournaments.

One of the first lessons that an angler learns in their fishing career is that patience is key. It’s a lesson usually learned early on as they sit on the bank with a worm and bobber, just waiting for the moment when all their waiting will be validated. Sometimes patience is rewarded, and sometimes it isn’t.

One of the first lessons that an angler learns in their fishing career is that patience is key. It’s a lesson usually learned early on as they sit on the bank with a worm and bobber, just waiting for the moment when all their waiting will be validated. Sometimes patience is rewarded, and sometimes it isn’t.

Kevin VanDam spent 2 years perfecting the KVD 1.5 and 2.5 Squarebill Crankbaits. He shares how their erratic swimming action sets them apart.

A lot of people would love to look inside my jig box. They know it’s what I love to do, and the jig’s been very good to me in the history of my career. Well, today is their lucky day!