Jerkbaits
There are few baits that can be worked like the jerkbait. More common in cold water applications, although effective throughout the entire year for its ability to be adaptable to any given situation. When bass are lethargic, increase the pause. When bass are chomping, use erratic twitches. This bait can be a killer for Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Northern Pike, and Musky.
Videos & Articles (23)
Grand Lake REDCREST Tournament Recap (March 23-27 2022)
Fri, April 1, 2022
Patrick Walter's Tips on Jerkbait Fishing Around Cover
Wed, March 23, 2022
A master of jerkbait fishing with forward-facing sonar, Patrick Walters shares a quick tip on fishing hard jerkbaits effectively around cover to garner more bites.
How to Choose the Right Jerkbait
Thu, November 18, 2021
When it comes to jerkbait fishing, Seth Feider ranks among the best! Take a moment with the 2021 Bassmaster Angler of the Year and see how he selects the right jerkbait for any scenario.
Jerkbait Setup (Rod/Reel/Line) - Seth Feider
Wed, November 17, 2021
When it comes to jerkbait fishing, Bassmaster Angler of the Year Seth Feider keeps it simple and and even has a signature jerkbait rod made by Daiwa.
Berkley Stunna Tackle Breakdown
Fri, October 29, 2021
Developed and engineered through rigorous testing that culminated in Hank Cherry winning the 2021 Bassmaster Classic, the Berkley Stunna 112 has all the refinements and tuning required to be the ultimate hard jerkbait.
How to Fish a Soft Jerk Bait with a Treble Hook
Thu, October 14, 2021
A soft jerk bait is a great cleanup bait for once you've already located the fish, and here Cade Laufenberg shares how he fishes these baits with a treble hook.
Megabass Vision 110 Family Tackle Breakdown
Sun, October 3, 2021
Polish Pete sheds some light on one of the most popular and effective families of hard jerkbaits, the Megabass Vision 110 and all of its differing shapes and sizes.
Top 3 Fall Baits
Sat, September 18, 2021
Watch Polish Pete give a full overview on his top 3 fall baits.
Vision 110 Jerkbait Tackle Breakdown
Thu, September 9, 2021
Polish Pete breaks down arguably the most popular bass jerkbait on the market, the Megabass Vision 110.
Berkley MaxScent Flatnose Jerkshad Tackle Breakdown
Thu, August 26, 2021
Watch Polish Pete breakdown the Berkley Maxscent Flatnose Jerkshad.
Megabass Orochi XX Jerkbait Special Tackle Breakdown
Wed, July 7, 2021
The Orochi Jerkbait Special is one of Megabass's premier jerkbait rods made just for their own jerkbait, the Vision 110 line of baits.
Megabass Levante Jerkbait Special Tackle Breakdown
Mon, July 5, 2021
The jerkbait special is just what you need to fish jerkbaits, especially the famous 110's!
Jerkbait Fishing Line Selection
Tue, June 1, 2021
Glenn Walker discusses the importance of line and several other factors that can help you be more successful when fishing jerkbaits for bass.
Every Bait You Need for the Pre-Spawn
Sat, April 24, 2021
Pre-spawn can be one of the most exciting times of year to go bass fishing. Sit down with Polish Pete and learn some key baits for this time of year.
Hit the Brakes with the Rapala Rip Stop
Sat, April 18, 2020
Hop in the boat with legendary angler Al Lindner and see what makes the all new Rapala Rip Stop one of his new favorites.
Brown Bass Beatdown with the Shadow Rap
Wed, April 15, 2020
Legendary angler Al Lindner shares the benefits of fishing a slow-sinking jerkbait for smallmouth bass that have a tight strike zone.
Rapala X-Rap
Sun, April 12, 2020
Al Lindner breaks down why the Rapala X-Rap is one of his favorite smallmouth bass lures of all time.
Rapala X Rap 10
Thu, April 9, 2020
Lindner's Angling Edge's Jeremy Smith teams up with Omnia's Polish Pete to target shallow water walleyes using more bass-centric techniques with the Rapala X-Rap jerkbait.
Winter Warm Water Discharge Fishing
Mon, March 23, 2020
Steve Pennaz shares an untraditional winter fishing location and how to catch fish there.
How to Fish Southern Docks in the Fall
Tue, January 21, 2020
Patrick Walters shares how he approaches Southern Docks in the fall when fish are suspended in the water column.
Jerkbaits: Speed vs. Water Temp
Mon, January 13, 2020
Seth Feider goes over why different water temperatures call for varying actions as it relates to jerkbait fishing.
How To Fish A Jerkbait For Bass
Sat, June 29, 2019
Why Throw Jerkbaits?
Wed, October 10, 2018
Everything you need to know about throwing jerkbaits, including when to use, setup, technique, and more.