1 fishing lures Rapala CountDown Lure not seen in most minnow baits Beaver Minnow 1/2oz

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Speed and depth can be critical for shallow bass

Pairing the reel with the appropriate rod is crucial

5.8:1 high / 3.1:1 low

Hopping it: Anytime you are fishing a craw imitation this is the way to fish it, bass key in to sounds and vibrations and crawfish make a very distinct sound when they are skimming across the bottom, hopping a shaky head with a creature or craw lure on it will imitate this sound and profile, and will attract bass even when they arent really biting