Synopses & Reviews
Discover the pro secrets for catching more and bigger bass. Because of their wide range and spunky streetfighter mentality, bass appeal to anglers more than any other freshwater game fish. Theyre commonly active all day and usually hungry, but that doesnt always make them easy to catch.
In this book, pro angler Karen Savik covers the personality quirks, dietary preferences, and habits of these hard-fighting fish, concentrating on the two most popular species: largemouth and smallmouth bass. She presents detailed instructions for casting and riggingincluding her favorite topwatersand reveals her tried-and-true techniques for finding and catching bass through the seasons and in a wide range of water, weather, and habitat conditions.
Savik also provides information on tackle and equipment from boat to hook, including electronics, plus bonus tips and tricks and trouble-shooting solutions. To top it off, she reveals her fourteen favorite bass-catchin spots. The result is a complete, up-to-date course on bass fishing for the beginning to intermediate angler with some valuable tips for the more experienced.
Synopsis
Bass fishing is the top angling sport in the United States, supporting a 4.8 billion dollar industry. This book teaches the ins and outs of fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass, covers the basics of tackle and equipment, presents detailed instructions for rigging artificial lures, and explains how to find and fish for bass through the seasons and in different water conditions and cover. A final chapter provides advice for anglers who fish in tournaments. The result is a complete, up-to-date course on bass fishing for the beginning to intermediate angler, with valuable tips for experienced anglers.
About the Author
Karen Savik is a bass tournament professional on the Wal-Mart FLW, Stren, and EverStart circuits. After turning pro in 2000, Karen became the first woman ever to qualify for the EverStart Series Championship. She is a member of the Land o' Lakes Pro Angling Team. She has made numerous television appearances, and recently guest starred on "North American Fisherman" in a show about smallmouth bass.
Table of Contents
Introduction1. Bigmouths and Smallies2. Tackle and Equipment3. Finding Fish through the Seasons4. Rigging5. Casting and Presentation6. Fishing Weeds and Structure7. Open Water8. Tournament Fishing