We love throwing cranks, soft plastics, and other artificial baits. And while it seems like we've got the techniques and tackle for just about any situation, sometimes nothin' performs like live bait.
Here are three insider tips to keep in mind when fishin' "meat!" |
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 Keep 'Em Kickin'
When using minnows to catch fish, the fresh stuff is best. Fishin' pros Gary Roach and Bruce "Doc" Samson have practically turned this advice into a movement. So, how do you keep minnows kickin'? A boat baitwell or any number of inexpensive portable aerator systems will do much to keep minnows lively and kickin'. Monitor how your minnows fare and compare it to Sure-Life's free Bait Problem Solver. This cool resource diagnoses common bait problems and prescribes various water additives. Recommended by anglers and commercial bait dealers! |
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 Bait Beacon
Thill's original 3/16-ounce Splash Brite slip float was a huge success when it hit the market in 2009. The first fully automatic, lighted-only-in-water slip float did away with expensive batteries and tons of hassle. Fishermen immediately asked for more sizes! Well, here they are! |
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What The Hellgrammite?
There are a good number of smallmouth bass and trout fishermen around the country who consistently outfish their peers using these bad boys. Click here to learn more about the sinister-looking dobsonfly larvae and how to fish 'em! |
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Money, keep bait alive longer. |
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