fishing in general

[BILLYWHOMPWHOMP]

just any tips that any old bass fisherman would need

[Rob Mak]

better question's would be nice.


zooker

[Infisherman1]

Sorry, you're gonna have to be more specific, I could wirte pages and pages on general tips.

[BassNva]

don't bet on the horses.. ;D
you asked for that ;D

[singerloo]

Tip: the more you fish, the more tips you will discover yourself


seaphantom

[fredhatch]

1. Always remember to put line in reel.
2. Always remember to cast towards the water.
3. Always remember to put drain plug in.
4. Always remember to tie hook and bait onto line. (refer to #1)
5. Always watch for GATORS.
6. If not following #5, see #7.
7. Make sure significant other has good life insurance policy on you.
More to come Im sure. 8)

[Rich]

don't bet on the horses..

And don't hide behind the propane tank in a gunfight (Sorry, couldn't resist ;D)

Just any tips?

Get yourself a hook sharpener and make sure your hooks are sharp BEFORE you lose a big one. Learned that one the hard way ;D

[BaSsFiShEr20]

The best time to go fishing is anytime u can.

Good Fishing

Charles

[ryan7261]

Don't drive across the dam lake with the anchor down!



My biggest misstake ever! :'(


Robby.

[bearpaw]

ROBZILLA,

Been there done that.
After the rope broke then the problem was resolved.

[Rob Mak]

hope ya were not in second creek. broke 3 off trying to pry them out of the rather iky mud there.


zooker

[mike0062466]

Keep your lures wet.

5. Always watch for GATORS.

I'm a risk taker who lives on the edge and I don't follow this advice, but I'm not advising you to ignore it.

[powayfisher]

Fish as much as you can and learn how to cast, flip, pitch,underhand, and sidearm very accuratly and with as least much intry splash as possible. Each one will be used for different situations.Practice casting at your house when ever you can't get out to the lake and you don't have anything to do,you might get some funny looks from your neighbors, but when you do go out for a day of fishing you'll be ready.


Always wash your hands really well before touching your baits. The oils and smells will turn the fish away from your lures,use scents to help cover up any foul smells and tastes that you may put on the lure. just the bait touching the ground or the floor of the boat can
put different smells on the lure.

Learn how to work each bait properly and effectivly,
your favorite lure might not always be what they want so you have to be versitile,and make the best out of any situation.

Study how weather patterns,time of year,waterclarity and water tempeture,can effect what type of fishing pattern and lure you need to use.

Use the right line and equiptment for the job,if your
pitching into heavy cover use a heavier rod and line.
If your fishing clear water with just grass in it maybe try lighter line are flurocarbin. Use the right set up for the location you are fishing,so you can get bit and not lose are break off a good fish.

Learn as much as you can about tha Bass and
remember to have fun and be patient with it, it don't come over night but it will come alot easier if you don't get mad every time you miss are lose a fish are if you don't want to quite everytime you pop your line are backlash your reel.

The rest is up to you,

Good luck,


PHIL G.

[catfishtonyd]

Go early. Stay late.

Fish long and often, and don't be a fair weather fisherman. Fish can be and are being caught in the dead of winter.

[WaterWolf_MN]

DO what I do;learn what weather bring the bass to what places.

[singerloo]

One of the factors that will make you a great fisherman, is patience. I've been fishing, when nearly every fisherman was hooked up with a big fish (school of Kings), except for me...

I almost broke to tears, because of what was happening. There I was, standing, seeing people having a great time catching smokers, reeling them in, gaffing them, weighing, taking pictures, releasing, etc. But, I didn't even get a tug on the line...

...but, I knew that my time would come. I spent a few days fishing non-stop. I researched what I was fishing for, asked questions, and talked to the local experienced fishermen. On some days, I didn't even catch anything but bait! Finally, after exhausting myself to do the thing I love the most, I caught my first smoker.

So, patience and experience is the key that will unlock the door to a dream.

~GENERAL fishing tip,


seaphantom

[RebelBasser]

1-Instead of trying to learn to fish a dozen different baits at one time, start with the basics and learn them until you feel comfortable to try something else.

2-Try not to get too discouraged even on the days when the fish have lock jaw.

3-Have fun!

[LEVI]

Instead of fishing just stare at Tyrant's signature! I think she is looking at me

Kybasser

[randycanfish]

thats not her eyes staring at you!!! ;D : :P