Posts Tagged Bass
Best Dock Fishing Rods?
Posted by Leo Cancilla in Tip of the Week on December 17, 2009
There are so many fishing rods on the market today it is hard to have a rod for every style that you can fish. However, most companies are making specialty rods that are specific for each technique. Whether you are fishing for bass or panfish, dock fishing can be very productive and dependable pattern. Personally, I have had great success on our local river systems, and at most lakes in New York fish docks. The rod I prefer is a 5′-9″ to 6′-6″ one piece spinning rod. A medium heavy rod with a fast tip is a must when bass fishing. The smaller rod makes it easier to cast and fight fish in tight to the docks. Take a look at the specialty rod that Fenwick makes for skipping docks. It is a true winner.
End of the Slump?
Posted by Leo Cancilla in Cancilla's Fishing Blog on July 30, 2009
Well it turns out that there are fish in Lake Arthur even though I have been struggle to get hits let alone catching fish. Last night in the 7th wednesday night tournament of the year my dad and I managed 3 keepers that weighed 5.85 lbs. We finished 6th place and were more than pleased. We boated 15-20 bass and I managed to catch a northern pike that was around 26″ and a striper that was probably near 12lbs.
The unusual water temperatures have been moving fish were they normally wouldn’t be located. The surface temperature last night after all of the rain was 73 degree. That is way lower than the normal temperature of 83-85 degrees for this time of year. Normally, a deeper off shore pattern is best this time of year, but because of the water temperature and all of the rain we have been having the fish are scattered at a variety of depths.
Last night we went back to basics a bit. We ran to our first spot and fish for almost 2 hours before firing our big motor. Covering a bunch of water we managed to get fish at multiple depths on a variety of lures. I wish I could pass on a solid pattern, but the lake just hasn’t given me one to this point.
Cheap Buzzbait No Problem
Posted by Leo Cancilla in Tip of the Week on July 21, 2009
“Modifying a $1.00 Wal Mart Buzzbait” This video is awesome for guys that are having trouble finding the cash to buy the $5 buzzbaits. It proves that with simple modifications that the $1 buzzbait that you get from walmart can be just as effective. Buzzbaits can be very successful when fishing for bass, northern pike, and muskie. It is one of the most exciting ways to fish because of the explosive strikes.
Jerkbait Not Suspending?
Posted by Leo Cancilla in Tip of the Week on July 16, 2009
In the spring and fall months a suspended jerkbait can be very effective. It can also be very effective in the post spawn or any other time when fish are suspended. Not all jerkbaits will suspend straight out of the box when you buy them. Whether you are fishing for bass, walleye, striped bass, or any other species for that matter if a jerkbait doesn’t suspend perfectly level it doesn’t look natural. If the nose or tail of the bait is up there is an easy fix. 1.) Make sure your lure is completely dry.
2.) Attach a suspend dot or strip to the area of the bait that is higher than the other. Always place the dot or strip to the belly of the lure.
3. Give the dot or strip time to adhere.
There is also a product out there call tungsten putty that will stay on better than the strips and dots, but the problem you have with it is that it will stick to other lures and hooks that are in your box. Another thing you may want to try is change out the standard hooks with bigger ones if you lure is floating.
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