The Outdoor Gear We Recommend
We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.
No tackle shop on earth provides more specialized gear for bass than Tackle Warehouse. If you want it, they've got it in stock — whether it's a proven winner or the newest items on the market — and their service is exceptional.
Simple Senko Storage Solutions
Whether you’ve never caught a bass or you regularly compete for six-figure checks, the Yamamoto Senko should be a part of your arsenal. I’ve probably caught more of them using it wacky style, but its uses are far more extensive than that, Under certain circumstances it’s possible to go through dozens in a day, and if you waste time you can miss the best bite. Check out my Senko storage pet peeves and solutions.
Three More Senko Colors for Your Next Bass Fishing Trip to Mexico
Don’t go to Lake El Salto or Lake Picachos without Senkos – when fishing is good they can produce giants, and when it’s tougher than usual they can save the day. I’m constantly trying new shades of soft plastic, looking for something that might work just a little bit better. If you can’t resist that urge, here are 3 colors that have worked for us.
Super Six Plastics to Simplify Your Mexico Bass Trip
You may have your favorites, and even some double-secret-probation killers, but I truly believe that the "Keep it Simple, Stupid" methodology is best. Build around proven winners and go from there. If you have an ample supply of the following six plastics, I guarantee you that you'll be able to catch big bass just about every day of the year.
“Generic” Bass Lures With Name Brand Results
When interviewing bass pros about their lure choices, when referring to their sponsor’s soft stickbait they’ll often state, “You know, their version of the Senko.” The Yamamoto category leader isn’t the only one, though. Here are some other examples of lures where the specific has become the name for the entire category.
Best Lures for April on the Chickahominy River
After a few dark years in the early 2000s, the Chickahominy is consistently producing big bags and monster bass. April is one of the best time to chase the giants, and while there will of course be some local tournaments, this is the first year in a while with no FLW or Bassmaster Open to add extra pressure. Hunter Smith of Fishing Pro Tech told us what he throws in April.
What Did You Catch It On? Lures for PBs Around the Globe
Post a picture of an impressive fish on Facebook or Instagram and you’re likely to get two questions: “How big was it?” and “What did you catch it on?” Here are some answers from Brazil, Alaska, Mexico and Africa, the lures that produced by personal bests.
