Mastering Jerkbaits: Brent Ehrler's Guide to Year-Round Bass Fishing (Always Fish a Stickbait)

Hey there, it’s Brent Ehrler with Bass University, and today we’re gonna dive into jerkbaits. Now, a jerkbait is your classic minnow-style hard bait, usually with a couple of treble hooks and a small or long bill. The key is the suspending jerkbait – it doesn’t sink or float when you pause it, making it perfect for those in-between fish.

Now, when it comes to gear, I’m all about that 6’9″ medium-light action Daiwa Tatula Elite rod. It’s got that soft action that helps me land more fish because it absorbs the strike when they bite on the pause. Pair it up with a Tatula Elite reel for those long casts, and you’re in business.

So, don’t stash away that jerkbait just because it’s not spring or fall. Let’s get into the nitty-gritty and keep catching fish all year round! 🎣

Who is Brent Ehrler?
Brent Ehrler is a pro angler known for his skills in competitive bass fishing. He’s won some big tournaments and is a well-respected figure in the fishing community.

What is a jerkbait?
A hard jerkbait is like a fish-shaped, with two or three treble hooks. It can have a short or long bill on the front. The cool thing is, suspending jerkbaits don’t sink or float when you stop reeling, making ’em great for catching fish that like to hang in the middle of the water. 🐟🎣
(There are also soft jerkbaits, but they are not covered in this bass fishing tips video)

What are bass fishing seasonal patterns?
Seasonal bass patterns are basically where those tricky bass like to hang out at different times of the year. In spring, they often move to shallow waters to spawn and feed. When summer rolls in, they head deeper to cooler spots. Fall brings ’em back to shallows for some feasting before winter hits, and then they go deep again to stay warm during the cold months. So, it’s like a yearly bass migration dance!