Lure Fishing Guides
43 practical guides to help you make better tackle decisions. These guides explain the "why" behind the recommendations in our tools and charts.
Available Guides
Learn the principles behind tackle selection.
How to Choose Jig Head Weight
Learn the factors that affect jig head weight selection.
Read GuideHow to Choose Lure Color
Simplify color selection based on water clarity and conditions.
Read GuideHow to Choose Fishing Line
Choose the right line for species, technique, and conditions.
Read GuideFluorocarbon vs Braid
Which line to use and when — comparison guide with decision flowchart.
Read GuideHow to Texas Rig
Step-by-step setup for the most versatile weedless rig.
Read GuideHow to Drop Shot
Finesse rig for clear water and pressured fish.
Read GuideHow to Fish a Crankbait
Reaction bait techniques for covering water.
Read GuideHow to Fish a Spinnerbait
Versatile search bait for year-round effectiveness.
Read GuideHow to Fish with Soft Plastics
Rigs, colors, and techniques for year-round success.
Read GuideHow to Tie Fishing Knots
3 essential knots every angler needs.
Read GuideBass Fishing in Spring
Pre-spawn, spawn, and post-spawn patterns.
Read GuideBass Fishing in Summer
Hot weather patterns and timing.
Read GuideBass Fishing in Fall
Feeding frenzy and reaction bait patterns.
Read GuideBass Fishing in Winter
Cold water techniques and deep patterns.
Read GuideHow to Choose a Fishing Rod
Action, power, length, and material explained.
Read GuideHow to Choose a Fishing Reel
Spinning vs baitcasting, gear ratio, and drag.
Read GuideBest Lure for Bass
Top 10 most effective bass lures ranked.
Read GuideBest Fishing Line for Bass
Braid, fluoro, and mono by technique.
Read GuideGlide Bait Guide
Trophy bass lure with wide gliding action.
Read GuideLipless Crankbait Guide
Versatile reaction bait for any depth.
Read GuideJerkbait Guide
Deadly in cold water — twitch-pause technique.
Read GuideSwimbait Guide
Realistic baitfish imitation for trophy bass.
Read GuideChatterbait Guide
Versatile vibrating jig for year-round bass.
Read GuideSenko Guide
The most popular soft plastic for bass.
Read GuideRooster Tail Guide
Versatile inline spinner for multiple species.
Read GuideTopwater Lure Guide
Explosive surface strikes — best lures and techniques.
Read GuideBuzzbait Guide
Surface commotion that triggers reaction strikes.
Read GuideWhopper Plopper Guide
Unique wake bait with propeller tail.
Read GuideBass Fishing for Beginners
Complete starter guide for new anglers.
Read GuideTrout Fishing Guide
Lures, techniques, and tips for trout.
Read GuideWalleye Fishing Guide
Lures, techniques, and tips for walleye.
Read GuidePike Fishing Guide
Lures, techniques, and tips for pike.
Read GuideCrappie Fishing Guide
Lures, techniques, and tips for crappie.
Read GuideCatfish Fishing Guide
Baits, techniques, and tips for catfish.
Read GuideBest Bait for Bass
Top 10 most effective bass baits.
Read GuideBest Bait for Walleye
Jigs, crawlers, crankbaits, and spoons.
Read GuideBest Bait for Pike
Large, flashy baits for aggressive pike.
Read GuideBest Bait for Catfish
Liver, cut bait, stink bait, and more.
Read GuideHow to Set the Hook
Hookset techniques for different baits.
Read GuideHow to Find Bass
Locate bass in any lake or pond.
Read GuideBass Fishing Tips
10 tips to catch more bass.
Read GuideHow to Cast a Baitcaster
No-backlash guide for beginners.
Read GuideHow to Read a Fish Finder
Find fish and structure with electronics.
Read GuideRelated Resources
Use our tools and charts to apply what you learn in these guides.