Brad Novak
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Multi-species angler with an obsession for Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. If I'm not on the water you can find me at Omnia Fishing building the future of online tackle shopping!
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Fishing Reports (11)
Videos & Articles (21)
Lists (14)
About Brad Novak
Hometown
Minneapolis, MN
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Brad Novak's Fishing Reports
Season:
IceSpecies:
CrappieStructure:
HumpsTechnique:
Ice Fishing SpoonsProducts Associated With This Report
Season:
SummerSpecies:
Largemouth BassStructure:
PointsForage:
BluegillTechnique:
Ned RigsFocus on the sparse vegetation on the outside weed edges around 15' deep.
Reported by Brad Novak
on Sep 3, 2021
Season:
IceSpecies:
Yellow PerchStructure:
ReefForage:
MinnowsTechnique:
Ice Fishing SpoonsWe were sitting on 15 ft of water several yards back from a ledge drop off. The perch seemed to be congregating on the high side of the reef. Full minnows on a tungsten jig or spoon was the ticket...
Read MoreReported by Brad Novak
on Feb 23, 2021
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Season:
WinterSpecies:
Largemouth BassStructure:
River ChannelsForage:
MinnowsTechnique:
JerkbaitsCadence is everything!!! I was fishing on a relatively warm winter day and the super long pauses between jerks was not needed.
Reported by Brad Novak
on Feb 1, 2021
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Season:
SummerSpecies:
Largemouth BassStructure:
DocksTechnique:
Structure JigsFish were congregated towards the end of docks suspended slightly off the bottom. Slowing the presentation down seemed to be the ticket to getting more bites.
Reported by Brad Novak
on Sep 10, 2020Products Associated With This Report
Season:
Spring (Spawn)Species:
Largemouth BassStructure:
Submerged VegetationTechnique:
Frogs/ToadsThe shallow vegetation is just touching the surface of the water. Slowly walk a topwater frog over the shallow vegetation. If you get a bite or miss a fish, follow up with a texas rigged worm!
Reported by Brad Novak
on May 27, 2020Products Associated With This Report
Season:
Spring (Spawn)Species:
Largemouth BassStructure:
DocksTechnique:
Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip)Look for docks that are located in shallow flat areas with a hard or sandy bottom. Start by flipping a tube all around the outside before flipping under. If you don't get bit right away, reel in and cast to...
Read MoreReported by Brad Novak
on May 26, 2020Season:
Spring (Post-Spawn)Species:
WalleyeStructure:
LedgesTechnique:
Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)The water was around 55 degrees and the walleye's were staged just off the deep parts of ledges that are next to shallow flats where they spawn. Dragging a small 3" soft tail swimbait on a 1/4oz head did the...
Read MoreReported by Brad Novak
on May 14, 2020Season:
SummerSpecies:
WalleyeStructure:
River ChannelsTechnique:
Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10'-19')I like to focus my time on the steepest drop offs along the sides of the main river channel. Anywhere there is a bend tends to be a great places to start. Bright colored jigs with a leech tend to...
Read MoreReported by Brad Novak
on Apr 9, 2020Season:
Spring (Spawn)Species:
White BassStructure:
River ChannelsTechnique:
Inline SpinnersIn the spring time as the water starts to rise, the striped and white bass follow the rising water up the creek channel where they will spawn. Follow along the channel while making casts near the drop-offs on either side...
Read MoreReported by Brad Novak
on Apr 6, 2020Products Associated With This Report
Season:
SummerSpecies:
Largemouth BassStructure:
DocksTechnique:
Structure JigsDuring the summer, bass like to hang out on the shade side of docks throughout the day. Black/blue or Brown colors seem to work best. I like throwing with a craw trailer.
Reported by Brad Novak
on Nov 30, 2019
When to Use the Berkley Crazy Leg Chigger Craw
Thu, January 6, 2022
The Berkley Powerbait Crazy Leg Chigger Craw is a great twist for anglers who want a little more action out of the best-selling Chigger Craw.
The Best Ice Fishing Jig Tackle Box Ever Invented
Mon, December 13, 2021
Plano EDGE with the ice jig box you NEED
The Top Must-Have Ice Fishing Gear
Mon, December 6, 2021
Here is everything you need to start ice fishing this winter
Electric Ice Auger Buyer's Guide
Tue, November 16, 2021
Electric augers are here to stay - here is how to choose the right one for you.
Ned Rig Setup (Rod/Reel/Line)
Wed, September 22, 2021
Omnia's Brad Novak gives us a rundown of his setup for fishing the Ned Rig.
Where to Find Summer Bass
Mon, August 9, 2021
The summer is when bass have made it to their homing area and will stay close by until the seasons start to change in the fall.
How to Fish a Bobber Rig
Wed, June 30, 2021
Bobber fishing is all about locating cover and looking for the fish. Brad tells you what to look for when bobber fishing.
Bobber Setup (Rod/Reel/Line)
Wed, June 30, 2021
Brad takes you through what he uses when bobber fishing, with the key being a light action rod and a small diameter spool to match the smaller fish you'll be catching.
How to Rig a Slip Bobber
Mon, June 28, 2021
Bobber fishing setup is easy with just a few steps. Brad takes you through all the details and explains the importance of every part.
How to Choose a Bobber
Fri, June 25, 2021
With just a little planning about where you'll be fishing, it can be really easy to have success with this technique.
Get Specific with Ned Rig Fishing
Thu, January 2, 2020
Five Baits to Fine Tune the Ned Rig
Destination Ice Fishing for Giant Perch
Tue, December 17, 2019
Winter Crappie – Power of the Small Spoons
Fri, November 29, 2019
If You Aren’t Fishing Spoon for Winter Crappie, You Should.
Best Ice Fishing Lakes In the Upper Midwest
Mon, November 4, 2019
Here are some of the top ice fishing destinations you should look at if you are planning a trip this winter
Early Ice Walleye Fishing
Mon, October 21, 2019
Striker Predator Series Ice Jacket and Ice Bib Overview
Thu, September 19, 2019
The Best Musky Baits For Fall
Wed, September 4, 2019
How To Fish Deep Diving Crankbaits
Fri, June 28, 2019
Why Custom Colors Matter in Fishing
Tue, June 18, 2019
How to Fish the Ned Rig
Mon, March 18, 2019
How To Use Spinnerbait: Selecting the Best Spinner Blades
Tue, March 12, 2019
Brad Novak's Lists
This is how you catch them!
These are my favorite baits to use in the summer
<p>Cold weather is no match for the Striker Predator Series of outerwear. Perfect for late fall fishing all the way through ice fishing! </p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">As cooler temperatures approach and leaves begin to change musky will start chomping as they beef up for winter, making it the perfect time to target these elusive fish. With these bait selections during the fall months, you will greatly increase your chances of catching the fish of a lifetime. </span></span></p>
<p>Although the original ChatterBait (Bladed Jig) went on sale in 2004, it wasn’t until the late 2000’s that the angling world learned just how deadly of a bait they were when several major tournament wins were credited to the spinnerbait/jig/crankbait hybrid. From that point on, anglers have taken notice. The once thought to be gimmick bait not only has made its way into people’s tackle boxes, they are flat out catching fish.</p> <p>Without the proper equipment, fishing a ChatterBait can be frustrating. With these few considerations you can increase your chances of not only getting bit but bringing them into the boat.</p>
Dean may be small but there are plenty of quality fish to be caught! These are the baits I use when targeting largemouth bass on this body of water.
Petenwell Flowage offers a wide variety of fishing scenarios. From fishing deep at the south end to shallow up in Devils Elbow, these are the baits I use when targeting Muskie.
When the heat of the summer hits Indiana I look for shade on Cecil M. Harden. Anything that casts a shadow or provides protection like seawalls/docks, lay downs, riprap and bluff walls are all great places to look for lethargic bass. Here are the baits I use when trying to pick apart these specific areas.
