simplfying which lure to use is somewhat difficult. i might tend to put lures into catagories such as search tool or probing tool. lures such as spoons, crankbaits, and spinner baits to me are search tools. they all cover water quickly and will elicite a reaction bite. once fish are located, a more probing type of bait might catch more fish. probing baits i would list as jigs, t-rig, c-rig, and drop shots. if you are not sure where the fish might be, a search bait will help to more quickly eliminate water. on a given day, search baits might be the lure of choice to stay with. but, many times after a school has been located, other presentations might catch more fish, and particular catch the bigger ones. hope this will make some sense. the main thing is to spend as much time on the water as possible. experience is a great teacher. take notes of each trip. go back and look at your notes. things will start to fall in place. learn from each trip. good luck.

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how do square bills not get hung up in weeds? the lakes i fish have lots of weeds in them

how do square bills not get hung up in weeds? the lakes i fish have lots of weeds in them

Well, it really just depends on the grass your fishing. If it has a real stiff, stalk like stem, then you can use your rod to rip the bait off the grass as soon as a hook snags a piece. This can generate some strong reaction strikes. If it is the real slimy, clingy grass that gets all over the hook points and line tie, then it might be better to throw a hollow bodied swimbait or spinnerbait and reel it in over the top of it.