baitcaster rod 8 line size 10-20 lb Max™ X Baitcast Combo ZEUS 2 Piece Spinning Rod

Have 2 MH to heavy action rods rigged and ready, and interchange when needed

Duel Hardcore Crankbait 3+ While its a bunch of fun to chase and catch smaller schoolers in the fall, hanging back towards deeper water can pay some pretty big dividends if youre patient

After it falls for several seconds, just pop the slack in your line to make it shake

I also upgrade the treble hook on most of them with one where the hook points angle back toward the shank

Glow-in-the-dark jigs, worms, and spinnerbaits are all effective for catching bass at night

This time of year, both largemouth bass and their forage species (yellow perch, bluegills, shiners, suckers) are lethargic, but slowly awakening