August Posted August 7 Share Posted August 7 In your opinion what are the ten most important largemouth techniques for any angler to master to become a better and or more well rounded fisherman, regardless of where you live in the country? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User king fisher Posted August 7 Super User Share Posted August 7 1- Getting out of bed in time to go fishing 2- Buying tackle 3- Getting tackle in to boat or kayak 4- Picking out back lashes 5- Untangling birds nests. 6- Getting lures out of trees 7- Casting near targets, not in them. 8- Setting hook into bass not snags. 9- Landing bass 10- Making bass appear larger in photographs. 4 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockhopper Posted August 7 Share Posted August 7 bottom contact jig spinnerbait/swim jig texas rig weightless ned rig crankbaits jerkbaits flipping/pitching froggin drop shot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User MIbassyaker Posted August 7 Super User Share Posted August 7 28 minutes ago, August said: In your opinion what are the ten most important largemouth techniques for any angler to master to become a better and or more well rounded fisherman, regardless of where you live in the country? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this knot-tying accurate casting sure hooksetting careful landing researching your waters observing the environment identifying bass-holding locations seasonal behavior depth control speed control [D'oh! @king fisher beat me to it!] 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian11719 Posted August 7 Share Posted August 7 drop shot fluke texas rigged worm / craw wacky rigged senko spinnerbait chatterbait hard jerkbait lipless crankbait frog ...wow out of spots already for the 10th either a jig or a ned rig or shakey head...also Glen actually has a top 7 (I think it's 7?) lures video that's worth looking into and what led me to his youtube channel and eventually this site...and if you want another one I found this video interesting / informative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dKujlxezKQ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User WRB Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 Top water walk the dog hollow body frog Poppers Mid water Diving crank baits Jerk baits Lipless Structure spoons Swim jig Swim baits Bottom T-rig w/bullet weight C-rig Bass jigs Essential Dozen Tom 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Catt Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 Topwater, mid-depth, & bottom contact. Open water, wood (timber-brush), & grass. Winter, spring, summer, & fall. Oh! You meant lures? Dealers choice 😉 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User LrgmouthShad Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 I really like @WRB’s list 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator Mike L Posted August 8 Global Moderator Share Posted August 8 Yes, there are certain bait choices and different presentations for all 3 levels of the water column to master But asking for “Techniques” is different… Flipping Pitching Bottom contact Skipping Walk the dog Long distance casting Different Cadences for moving baits (which in itself is a Technique) Mike 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Catt Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 @Mike L Exactly my point I can give you 10 lures for each technique. Learn the technique with whatever lure your comfortable with. One I seldom see mentioned is Deep Diving Crankbaits. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Super User Choporoz Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 16 hours ago, August said: In your opinion what are the ten most important largemouth techniques for any angler to master to become a better and or more well rounded fisherman, regardless of where you live in the country? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this 10 is arbitrary, and likely counterproductive. Few are able to 'master' any unless/until they narrow focus to one or two at a time....maybe three. Long before you get to ten, you will adjust your focus to your waters, skill level, equipment, etc You will be much better served mastering understanding of bass behavior and their environment. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User gimruis Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 16 hours ago, king fisher said: 4- Picking out back lashes 5- Untangling birds nests. Aren't these two the same thing? Lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User king fisher Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 43 minutes ago, gimruis said: Aren't these two the same thing? Lol Back lashes occur on bait casters. Birds nests usually are on spinning gear. Both require unique talents to fix. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Functional Posted August 8 Share Posted August 8 1) boat positioning 2) reading weather/lake conditions 3) knowing bass behavior (seasonal and weather effects) 4) knowing and understanding primary forage for the lake 5) Your own strengths and weaknesses *6) knowing how to use your sonar Thats it, if you cant find them and put yourself in the best position to catch em you are just spending time on the water. Nothing wrong with that but if you want to be good at it and catch numbers or quality you arent doing it without the 5 above. beyond that lure selection will come down to what you how you like to fish (power, vs finesse), where you fish and techniques you like. There is a huge range of baits/styles that fit multiple situations, which is nice we arent shoe horned into one type and can pick something that fits us as individuals better. *added 6 because my thoughts are jumbled today and I forgot about it. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User A-Jay Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 15 minutes ago, Functional said: 1) boat positioning 2) reading weather/lake conditions 3) knowing bass behavior (seasonal and weather effects) 4) knowing and understanding primary forage for the lake 5) Your own strengths and weaknesses Thats it, if you cant find them and put yourself in the best position to catch em you are just spending time on the water. Nothing wrong with that but if you want to be good at it and catch numbers or quality you arent doing it without the 5 above. beyond that lure selection will come down to what you how you like to fish (power, vs finesse), where you fish and techniques you like. There is a huge range of baits/styles that fit multiple situations, which is nice we arent shoe horned into one type and can pick something that fits us as individuals better. Yup, finally. I'll add casting accuracy to the above most concise list. A-Jay 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig P Posted August 8 Share Posted August 8 I will only add 2. 1. Casting Accuracy Applies to any species of fishing. If you can place your presentation where the fish lives, your bite count will go up. 2. Know your region What works down south may not apply up north and vice versa, the same goes for east - west. With that said, when you seek advice on the internet, you’re going to get an amazing amount of variation. Understand that poster is giving you advice based on what works for them. All is great knowledge but make sure it actually applies to your region or world, you will save a ton of money! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Brown Posted August 8 Share Posted August 8 I don't even need to say it because a bunch already have and I've said it in your threads a few times now: Learn the fish and the fishing and the catching - not the lures. They all work fine at the end of the day - pick the ones you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User gimruis Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 1 hour ago, king fisher said: Back lashes occur on bait casters. Birds nests usually are on spinning gear. Can't argue that. I've definitely heard the term birds nest with a back lash on a bait caster though. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GRiver Posted August 8 Share Posted August 8 Have fun 10x ya gotta have fun fishing…. Catching is the bonus. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2tall79 Posted August 8 Share Posted August 8 I've got to say that casting in general is at the top of my list. I've been bass fishing for over 60 years and I can't even come close to the things I see the pros doing. Over hand, under hand,left hand, right hand, roll cast, skipping, behind the back, long, short, flip, pitching......it just amazes me what a "kid" 1/3 my age can do that I can't. I guess I'll just have to keep practicing. lol 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Swamp Girl Posted August 8 Super User Share Posted August 8 You guys have posted so many essential skills. I'll only add two: Stealth: To borrow from Frank Zappa: If you go where the bass lie low, don't bump anything don' cha know! Memory: This has happened so many times that it's freaky; I'll cast to a spot and just know that a bass is about to hit and then it does because that spot looked just like so many other spots where bass hunkered. If you remember the specifics of where you've caught bass, you'll catch more bass going forward. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backroad Angler Posted August 8 Share Posted August 8 I'll add one, patience. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Umphreak Posted August 9 Share Posted August 9 I know it’s not a technique but number one and two are super important for a reason 1. Time on the water 2. Boat control 3. Wacky rig 4. Drop shot 5. Flipping/pitching/skipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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