SREACTRTELTESBAIT
LEADING ® TO MORE BASS
Fall 2022
By Scott M. Petersen
R
attle baits are part of many bass anglers’
tackle boxes, and when it comes to fishing
them, there are more than just making a cast and reeling the baits back to the boat. Here are
some essential tips and tricks that will help put more
bass in your boat. Rattle baits are a standard, but they
can differ from brand to brand.
The Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap put this category of
baits on the map. For years, this has been the go-to
bait that drew bass fishermen to presentation Many
companies soon wanted a piece of the pie and joined in
developing their own version. If you have a favorite lure
company, chances are they have an entry in the rattle
bait segment.
A few that come to mind are the Strike King Red Eye Shad, the Cotton Cordell Super Shad, the SPRO Aruku Shad, and the Booyah One Knocker. Each brings something different.
BAIT SIZES THAT YOU SHOULD STOCK
When it comes to baits, it does not matter what brand umbrella you want to get under; they all offer an assortment of sizes. I stock 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, and 1-ounce baits to cover my fishing situations. You will find many ways to fish as you get these baits. It is more than just casting the bait and reeling it back to the boat. You can trigger more bites when you contact the cover as you
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