Best PRESPAWN Bass Fishing Lures! (Spring Fishing Tips) 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝗽isode 𝟳

In this episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙅𝙪𝙞𝙘𝙚 Jim Ansell is breaking down some of the best baits you can throw during the prespawn to trigger strikes from big bass. Reaction baits and big jigs are king in the prespawn, so we've put together a group of some of our favorites from Karl's Bait & Tackle for this video. Jim goes over what makes each bait unique and effective, as well as sharing some tips on how you can fish each bait to catch more fish during the prespawn phase.

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 𝗭𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿

The Googan Squad Zinger is a double-bladed spinnerbait designed to bump, bang, and zing off cover and grass. The Zinger is designed to be fished around docks, stumps, and brush while also streamlining through the veggies with ease. Each Zinger features a strong wire framework, stout hook, and a flashy Colorado and willow blade.

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗱

This lipless crank is the perfect bait for covering a lot of water in varying depths. It has a 2.5 inch body and will free fall in balance with an active flutter that will drive the bass wild. This lure is best fished with varying retrieve speeds, while keeping tension on your line. Kevin VanDam used this crankbait in his 2010 win of the Bassmaster Classic in Lay Lake, Alabama. Use a medium or medium heavy 6’9” rod with with a fast tip so that you can effectively rip it from underwater vegetation to trigger strikes.

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘃𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗴𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗶𝗴

The Heavy Metal Finesse Flippin Jig is a hall of fame bait. Flip and pitch this jig around cover to present shallow water bass with an offering they can't refuse. Crank up the volume in your flipping game with this compact jig. The tungsten head will help your bait maintain a compact profile while also getting down to bottom quickly. Paired with a stout jig head and weed balanced weed guard to help ensure bites turn to catches.

𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗫-𝗥𝗮𝗽

Aggressive bass want a fast-moving bait. It’s fun while it lasts but at some point, the action slows down, and your retrieve has to slow down too. If you’re throwing the Rapala X-Rap, there’s no need to change lures. The X-Rap is versatile—you can use an aggressive jerk-jerk-jerk retrieve when fish are chasing, then slow things down for that classic Rapala wounded-minnow action.

𝟭𝟯 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿

The 13 Fishing Cliff Banger is a hard-bodied crankbait with a moderate diving depth and big fish drawing power. Built with high-quality components and finished off in with vivid design features, the 13 Fishing Cliff Banger is a high performing bait that will help you crank up a fatty. Moderate diving crankbaits like the will work when casting offshore, fishing weed edges, or targeting deeper docks. Use monofilament or fluorocarbon line with a medium-medium heavy power rod when fishing the Cliff Banger.