Friday, March 6, 2009
Fishin' at Glenn Springs
I recently had a chance to fish at Glenn Springs where I caught another big bass. He was right in the algae/grass that we're always getting hung on. I was just about to reel in to recast when I got the bite. I immediately yanked in the line and started reeling in top-speed, then Darren The Average Fisherman told me to slow down or else I would lose the fish. So, I slowed down and sure enough I caught that fish and it turned out to be the only catch of the day. It was also my 3rd bass I had ever caught. I was very proud of that fish, and the only reason I got it was because I was patient and slow going. Here is a picture of my bass.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Largemouth Bass
Bass are feisty little creatures, they can propel themselves forward at a speed of about 40 mph. They eat anything small than them and sometimes things that are the same size as the bass. The average lifespan for a largemouth bass is 16 years.
Most fisherman, average and pro alike, prefer fishing bass than any other because of the thrill you get when you feel that exhilarating bite. It sends a rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins every time I get the bite. Another reason that people would prefer bass fishing to let's say crappie fishing and whatnot. Of all the different types of fish I have caught nothing puts up a better fight that a big ole fighting bass. And another good feeling is releasing the bass afterward, knowing that it will grow and that some little kid might catch it. It feels good to know that you are fishing for fun, and not killing the bass as some people do.
Most fisherman, average and pro alike, prefer fishing bass than any other because of the thrill you get when you feel that exhilarating bite. It sends a rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins every time I get the bite. Another reason that people would prefer bass fishing to let's say crappie fishing and whatnot. Of all the different types of fish I have caught nothing puts up a better fight that a big ole fighting bass. And another good feeling is releasing the bass afterward, knowing that it will grow and that some little kid might catch it. It feels good to know that you are fishing for fun, and not killing the bass as some people do.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Nitro Z8 Bass Boat Review
I purchased the NITRO® Z-8 last fall, this boat is built for the professional angling world. The z8 is 20' 1" long with a wide 96" beam, I have not found anything that i don't like about this boat, it's a perfect mix of size, power and features.
With Nitro's patented RPS transom, not only will you get on plane quickly and easily, but you’ll also experience extreme top-end performance and maneuverability. It did take a while to learn when the boat wanted to plane out and when to trim the motor to get the best performance but you get the handle on this pretty quickly.
I have found that it's kinda crowded when you have four people onboard, but it has plenty of deck space with three people. The Nitro z8 is huge on features and everything about this boat spells tournament fishing.
The powerful MotorGuide® 70-lb. thrust trolling motor with recessed footwell makes trolling very easy.
When it comes to catching fish and keeping them alive, the Nitro Z8 has two Guardian™ livewells which make it easy for getting the fish out. because it is a devided live well some smaller fish can swim across to the other side.
The z8 has plenty of storage, with this boat you will do alot of serious fishing, it’s the Z-8 all the way.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Expanding on worm fishing
I mentioned earlier how the only rig I use is the Texas Rig, but what I failed to mention is what knot I would use, the different types of weights, and why I use these items.
The reason that I prefer to use the Texas Rig over the other types of rigs, would be that it keeps the worm in an upright position. Now I will tell you how to Texas Rig a worm.
First you add a bullet weight to the line with the top facing the rod tip. Then I use a trilene knot to tie the hook to the line (the reason I use the trilene knot is because it is extremely durable an if done properly nearly impossible to be yanked off by a fish, because I am sure that has happened to more than a few of you).
Second you stick the end of the hook through the head of the worm for about a half inch. Then you push the hook out of the worm and push the hooked portion of the worm to the indention at the top of the hook.
Finally you push the hook into the middle of the worm and and leave it in the worm. What I mean by that is leave the hook in the body of the worm. By leaving the hook in the worm, it makes your rig weedless and you get a better feel of the bass when it bites.
Regular Weight
Now you see the type of weight used in these pictures, that is one type of weight that you can use. I recommend this sinker because there are a couple ways to use it. One way is to put a toothpick in the bottom of the weight so that you can adjust where you want it to be. The other is crimping the top of the weight with some pliers.
Pros- The weight can be moved wherever you want.
Cons- The toothpick will get wet and soggy, and most likely start sliding. If you crimp it, you have to dispose of it when you are done. If you used a toothpick than you can reuse these, but you have to drill the toothpick out.
Screw-in Weights
The other type of weight to use is the tungsten screw-in weight. This one doesn't use a toothpick or need to be crimped. This one (as the name suggests) screws into the head of the worm.
Pros- The weight stays in a constant spot and is reusable.
Cons- The screw in weight will tear up the head of your worm and you will have to keep replacing your worm. To me one of the worst things about this type of weight is the price. It costs approximately $1.25 per weight. Now that might not seem like much but trust me it really adds up.
The reason that I prefer to use the Texas Rig over the other types of rigs, would be that it keeps the worm in an upright position. Now I will tell you how to Texas Rig a worm.
First you add a bullet weight to the line with the top facing the rod tip. Then I use a trilene knot to tie the hook to the line (the reason I use the trilene knot is because it is extremely durable an if done properly nearly impossible to be yanked off by a fish, because I am sure that has happened to more than a few of you).
Second you stick the end of the hook through the head of the worm for about a half inch. Then you push the hook out of the worm and push the hooked portion of the worm to the indention at the top of the hook.
Finally you push the hook into the middle of the worm and and leave it in the worm. What I mean by that is leave the hook in the body of the worm. By leaving the hook in the worm, it makes your rig weedless and you get a better feel of the bass when it bites.
Regular Weight
Now you see the type of weight used in these pictures, that is one type of weight that you can use. I recommend this sinker because there are a couple ways to use it. One way is to put a toothpick in the bottom of the weight so that you can adjust where you want it to be. The other is crimping the top of the weight with some pliers.
Pros- The weight can be moved wherever you want.
Cons- The toothpick will get wet and soggy, and most likely start sliding. If you crimp it, you have to dispose of it when you are done. If you used a toothpick than you can reuse these, but you have to drill the toothpick out.
Screw-in Weights
The other type of weight to use is the tungsten screw-in weight. This one doesn't use a toothpick or need to be crimped. This one (as the name suggests) screws into the head of the worm.
Pros- The weight stays in a constant spot and is reusable.
Cons- The screw in weight will tear up the head of your worm and you will have to keep replacing your worm. To me one of the worst things about this type of weight is the price. It costs approximately $1.25 per weight. Now that might not seem like much but trust me it really adds up.
Zoom Plastic Worms
When I started bass fishing I didn't know what to use, or how to use it, until a fellow fisherman recommended artificial worm fishing. The very first day I started fishing with Zoom Plastic Worms I caught a 2 or 3 pound, 16 inch bass on a plastic motor oil worm. Motor oil worms are unique in a way that most worms are not, what makes it so unique is the ability to change color when it hits the water, and when you pull it back out of the water it's back to its original color.
Anyway, on that same day of fishing my neighbor caught himself a 2 or 3 pounder. So in my experience, if your gonna go bass fishing, always bring some worms. One last thing to add, the Texas Rig is the rig that I always use. It keeps the worm in an upright position and it almost looks real and alive.
Anyway, on that same day of fishing my neighbor caught himself a 2 or 3 pounder. So in my experience, if your gonna go bass fishing, always bring some worms. One last thing to add, the Texas Rig is the rig that I always use. It keeps the worm in an upright position and it almost looks real and alive.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Abu Garcia Revo STX
The Abu Garcia Revo series is stunning in appearance, comes with impressive specifications, and is priced very competitively. Now it’s time to take the best of the series, the Revo STX, out on the water to see if this new challenger is as impressive as its specs lead us to believe.
If you take this reel out of the box, string it up, without any basic setup. You will be very unhappy! I suggest that you read the instruction sheet that comes with the reel. The first few cast that I made, I spent most of that time picking out backlash. Instead of fishing!
After I understood the instructions and did some basic setup of the reel I was casting without any backlash. The Revo STX is very easy to cast with, you can fish for hours without your wrist getting sore. The reel does get slick after you get your hands wet, but the reel is an outstanding buy.
Crappie Fishin' at Glenn Springs
My father and I have had a lot of luck crappie fishing at Glenn Springs. We have a couple of crappie holes that always produce about 10 or 15 crappie per fishing trip. What makes our hole so unique is that it ledges off near the bank. So what you can do is cast towards the bank and reel at a moderate speed and pretty soon you'll find where the crappie are hiding on the ledge.
So if you feel like crappie fishing, one of the most important things to do is find a ledge, and that is probably going to be where you are gonna find em'. Some last minute things to add, we seemed to be catching the majority of the fish on a 2 inch light pumpkin seed grub with a peppered tail, and sometimes on a dark beetle. The other thing would be to remember this, if you're going crappie fishing, use a crappie rod. And I am telling you this because I know from experience that a crappie rod is more sensitive than other rods and ultimately it will help you feel more bites and reel in more crappie when using a crappie rod instead of just any old rod
So if you feel like crappie fishing, one of the most important things to do is find a ledge, and that is probably going to be where you are gonna find em'. Some last minute things to add, we seemed to be catching the majority of the fish on a 2 inch light pumpkin seed grub with a peppered tail, and sometimes on a dark beetle. The other thing would be to remember this, if you're going crappie fishing, use a crappie rod. And I am telling you this because I know from experience that a crappie rod is more sensitive than other rods and ultimately it will help you feel more bites and reel in more crappie when using a crappie rod instead of just any old rod
Bassmaster Elite Series
New this year the Bassmaster Elite Series Marshal program, which will allow BASS members to ride along with Bassmaster Elite Series pros during competition throughout the 11-event Elite Series season.
Upon registering for the exclusive opportunity to learn a lifetime of bass fishing tips and techniques from the best in the business, Marshals will be expected to become familiar with tournament rules and to help ensure the integrity of the highest level of professional fishing by reporting rules violations to BASS tournament officials. Thus, they will be required before each event to attend a registration and briefing by BASS officials, who will provide them with copies of BASS rules. During the briefings, Marshals may ask rules-related questions.
As an added bonus, Marshals will also have the opportunity while on the water to operate technological devices that will enhance the sport, including BASSTrakk, a cell-phone based scoring technology, and BASSCast, an onboard camera developed by ESPN Technology, which will broadcast to Bassmaster.com so fans can see more up-to-the-minute action from the top bass fishing pros in the world.
Upon registering for the exclusive opportunity to learn a lifetime of bass fishing tips and techniques from the best in the business, Marshals will be expected to become familiar with tournament rules and to help ensure the integrity of the highest level of professional fishing by reporting rules violations to BASS tournament officials. Thus, they will be required before each event to attend a registration and briefing by BASS officials, who will provide them with copies of BASS rules. During the briefings, Marshals may ask rules-related questions.
As an added bonus, Marshals will also have the opportunity while on the water to operate technological devices that will enhance the sport, including BASSTrakk, a cell-phone based scoring technology, and BASSCast, an onboard camera developed by ESPN Technology, which will broadcast to Bassmaster.com so fans can see more up-to-the-minute action from the top bass fishing pros in the world.
Bass Pro Shops Spring Fishing Classic
Bass Pro Shops in Memphis,TN recently had a fishing classic where I had a chance to meet Stacey King, former BASSmaster classics contestant, who gave a seminar on his fishing tips. He told us about jig fishing, finesse fishing, and much much more. I never knew how nice some of these PRO FISHERMEN could be.
He listened to everyone's questions answered them as best he could, he also tried to sell us everything he was using. He even took a picture with me which I posted at the bottom of this blog.
He taught us how to trim a jig and how to make a crawdad fit on the hook. He explained how to pitch, cast, he told us some surefire techniques for catching bass, and where you are most likely to find them. All in all Stacey King greatly furthered my knowledge of bass fishing.
He listened to everyone's questions answered them as best he could, he also tried to sell us everything he was using. He even took a picture with me which I posted at the bottom of this blog.
He taught us how to trim a jig and how to make a crawdad fit on the hook. He explained how to pitch, cast, he told us some surefire techniques for catching bass, and where you are most likely to find them. All in all Stacey King greatly furthered my knowledge of bass fishing.
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