How To Catch Bass In Muddy Water

Bass LOVE muddy water! Its not as tough as you think to catch fish when the water is murky. Anglers often lose confidence and begin to struggle when the water turns muddy and starts to rise but its all in their heads. Rising muddy water means more food and more food means aggressive bass. When the muddy conditions arrive this year, you'll be ready!

Don't let water color scare you. Whether your lake is crystal clear or chocolate milk the bass still need to eat. Its all about adaptation and recognizing changing conditions. Don't be afraid to fish aggressively in dark water. Matt's favorite bait in high, muddy water is a spinnerbait. There is no reason to slow down unless the bass won't cooperate. If that happens, we've got a handful of other techniques you can try with confidence.

Below is a breakdown of the baits discussed in the video. All of these are proven producers in stained to muddy water. Don't be afraid to get out there after the next big storm, you might be surprised how many fish are willing to bite.

Reaction Baits...

River2Sea Bling Spinnerbait (Iced): http://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Revenge Double Colorado Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2E4durB

Evergreen Jack Hammer Chatterbait: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig (Citrus Shad or Dirty Shad): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Lucky Craft LV-500 Lipless Crankbait (Chartreuse Shad): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Slow Moving Baits...

No-Jack Flipping Jig (Blackend Blue): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Man Bear Pig Creature Bait: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

Brush Hog Creature Bait: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

6"' Yamamoto Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Preferred Rods For Muddy Water Fishing...

Rod- Zodias 7'5" Heavy or Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line- 65 lb Power Pro MaxCuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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Cold Muddy Water: 5 Baits That Still Work!

Muddy Water Bass Fishing can be a real challenge! Many of our lakes are full or flooding but Bass still need to eat. Fish these 5 baits with confidence and you'll begin catching fish again!

Bass will be in all stages as the water rises but focus on the bass that are moving up in the shallow water and flooded cover for your best chance at success. These fish will be actively feeding in cover and incoming water throughout the lake. Using our 2-pronged approach of agressive fast moving baits followed by a methodical approach to maximize your time on the water. 

Baits Shown In This Video...

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1/2 oz Chatterbait: http://bit.ly/2b9oqRs
1/2 oz Bling Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2diSwqq
Keitech Swimbait (Size 4.3) as a Trailer: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
1/2 Oz. Pitchin' Jig (Black/blue or Black/Blue/Purple): http://bit.ly/2amL3of
Sweat Beaver Jig Trailer (Black/Blue): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW
Jig Rattles: http://bit.ly/2kIQ0dH
1/2 Oz. Tungsten Weight: http://bit.ly/2a2XTZ3
Rattle Bead: http://bit.ly/2iOiqSD
5/0 EWG Superline Hook: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG
Zoom Brush Hog (Black/Blue or Junebug): http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx
California Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Fishing muddy water is second nature to many anglers but if you're a Western fisherman these recent storms have completely changed the way you fish. Don't be afraid of the rising muddy water as our lakes hit flood stage. The bass are adapting to their new home and will continue to feed. 

Which Color Lures Should You Be Using This Spring?

Don't let murky water or changing conditions keep you from catching fish! Matt explains how to simplify your color selection and adapt to changing water clarity when fishing in the Spring.

Remember the key to success during Spring fishing is to simplify and focus on key color combinations. By applying simple principals to color selection you'll be able to spend more time fishing effectively.  Don't let cold, muddy water scare you. Bass still need to feed and by adapting from ghost colors to bold colors you can easily trigger those bass into a frenzy. 

Baits Shown In this Video...

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-LV-500 Lipless Crankbait (Ghost Minnow, Chartreuse Shad, American Shad): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
-Pointer 128 Jerkbait (Nishiki, Clown): http://bit.ly/2aIctCx
-Jackall Dowzvido Jerkbait (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2laGa7G
-Blade Runner Underspin (Chrome or Gold 1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/29UVegz
-River2Sea Spinnerbait (Powder or Lemonade Twist): http://bit.ly/2diSwqq
-Dip N Dye (Chartreuse): http://bit.ly/2lJQAI4

Best Spring Baits Video: https://youtu.be/AKprAQcmK7o

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