The Secret to Catching Bass When They're Blowing Up on Shad

When bass are blowing up on the surface chasing shad, you know the feeding frenzy is on—but choosing the right bait can make all the difference! In this Tackle Tip Tuesday, I break down my top 3 bass fishing baits for catching bass when they are feeding on shad near the surface.

These are three proven bait choices I would reach for when I see bass busting baitfish: a topwater popper, jerkbait, and weightless Fluke-style soft jerkbait. I explain why each bait works, when I would choose one over the others, and how these lures can help you catch more and bigger bass when bass are actively feeding.

Whether you are a bass fisherman, kayak bass fisherman, bank fisherman, or just looking for better bass fishing tips, these lure choices can help you capitalize when shad are getting pushed to the surface.

This episode of Tackle Tip Tuesday is filmed right here in my tackle room as I walk through my lure selections and explain my approach to catching bass during a shad feeding frenzy.

If you love bass fishing tips, bass fishing techniques, topwater fishing, jerkbait fishing, soft jerkbaits, shad-pattern bass fishing, kayak fishing, and catching big bass, make sure to subscribe for more fishing tips every week!

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