Learning the basics and more

The basics of bass fishing are sometimes overlooked since after all, there are so many techniques and layers of skills to learn. That's where Bass Basics comes in handy. Regardless of your skill level you'll find something useful in this handy series of how-to features aimed at making you a better bass angler.

	Warming up for spring Most BASS pros agree that shallow water can be a safe bet as long as the lake is at leas 50 degrees. Here's how to score more strikes in the shallows, even on lakes that have been hammered by fishing pressure.
	Lure selection If you're just getting into bass fishing, you may find yourself confused and intimidated by the sheer number of lures available today. But you don't need a huge selection of baits to catch bass, and you certainly don't need to carry every lure you own with you on every outing. This guide will help you select the baits that work best in both clear and murky lakes throughout your fishing year.
	Dog days lures and patterns Once again, the pros have figured out the right lures and patterns for consistently catching bass, despite seemingly adverse conditions. Try their proven tactics on your home waters to tap into some great bass action this summer.
	Sinkers and jigheads You'll need a sinker or a weighted jighead to get a buoyant lure like a plastic worm or tube bait to the bottom and keep it there. Here's a roundup of the various weights BASS pros use to get their lures into the strike zone.
	The shakedown on jigworms You'll need a sinker or a weighted jighead to get a buoyant lure like a plastic worm or tube bait to the bottom and keep it there. Here's a roundup of the various weights BASS pros use to get their lures into the strike zone.
	Midwinter bass tactics You'll need a sinker or a weighted jighead to get a buoyant lure like a plastic worm or tube bait to the bottom and keep it there. Here's a roundup of the various weights BASS pros use to get their lures into the strike zone.
	Metal bass lures Jigging spoons like the Hopkins Shorty are intended primarily for vertical presentations. They're deadly in both summer and winter, when bass in clear lakes may hang tight to deep structure or suspend in deep water around baitfish schools or above standing timber.
	Using lipless crankbaits Jigging spoons like the Hopkins Shorty are intended primarily for vertical presentations. They're deadly in both summer and winter, when bass in clear lakes may hang tight to deep structure or suspend in deep water around baitfish schools or above standing timber.

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