Where Do Bass Go During Summer? (And How To Catch Them)
Summer bass fishing is really fun once you know where to look! Many anglers lose track of the fish and struggle to get a bite, but it doesn't have to be that way. You can catch fish all day long, even in the heat of the day once you understand how their movements and feeding patterns change. Once you're ahead of the fish, its non-stop action! Let's take a look at where they are and how to catch them.
During Summer the bass break into two distinct schools. The first goes shallow into cover and the second heads out to main lake structures. The shallow fish are fun because you can target them with a variety of power fishing techniques, our favorite are frogging, flipping, and throwing swim jigs. The fish on outside structures group up around current when available and large structures when the water is calm. These fish can be caught on wobble heads, crankbaits, worms, jigs, and a variety of other lures.
Don't let the pressure steer you away, summer is prime time for bass! Below is a breakdown of the lures and equipment we use to target Summer bass. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
Deep Diving Crankbaits…
-Strike King 10XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Colors- Chart Blue Back, Powder Blue Back, Chartreuse Sexy Shad
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Colors- Chart Blue Back, Powder Blue Back, Chartreuse Sexy Shad
-Rapala DT20 and DT16: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl
Colors- Citrus Shad, Parrot, Shad
-Norman DD22: http://bit.ly/2LKB37w
Colors- Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Tropical Shad, Sexy Shad
Squarebill Crankbaits…
-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Colors- Abalone Shad, TSMinnow, T1000
-Rapala BX Brat: http://bit.ly/2qFBMiR
Colors- Chartreuse Shad, Silver, Hot Dang
-Luhr Jensen Speed Trap: https://bit.ly/3ccfJbV
Colors- Chartreuse Shad, Crystal Chart Blue, Gun Metal Shad
Swing Head Jigs…
Head- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns
Size: 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook
Bait #1- Zoom Z-Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5
Colors- Junebug
Bait #2- Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h
Colors- Junebug
Boot Tail Swimbait…
Bait- Keitech 4.8” Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors-Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
Exposed- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Weedless- Owner Flashy Swimmer (5/0): http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Stick Bait…
Bait- Yamamoto 5” Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Natural Shad, Baby Bass
Weightless Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap 1/0: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM
Neko Hook- Owner Weedless Sniper Finesse: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH
Neko Weight- Swagger Tungsten Pagoda (3/32): http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW
Shaky Head Worm…
Head- Dirty Jigs Canterbury 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Bait- Netbait T-Mac 6.5”: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9
Colors: Junebug, Kentucky Special
Frog…
-River2Sea Bully Wa 2: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Colors: Little Allen, Bluegill, Ghost
-Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu
Walking Baits…
-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea
Colors: Bone, Abalone Shad, Sooner
-Teckel Kicknocker: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA
Colors: Bone, Bluegill, Threadfin Shad
Frog Fishing Combo...
Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Deep Diving Crankbait Combo...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL 150B (HG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
Budget Crankbait Combo...
Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Medium Heavy Moderate: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 DC: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...
TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
