We put the top swimbaits through the wringer to find the very best for every bass fishing situation

Our bass expert recommends his top jigs for every situation, along with how to fish them

Here’s what our fishing editor learned after a summer-long quest to catch his personal-best snakehead

Why this simple lure is the best bait for bass, crappie, pike, trout, walleyes, and more

Find out how a specialized largemouth bass lure is taking the salty striper scene by storm

Learn how to alter jerkbaits to catch more predatory fish in cold water

Get the most out of these topwater classics with a lesson in their design and function.

Learn how to create the strongest connection for all types of baitfishing

Follow these simple steps to keep plenty of these amazingly effective and underutilized baits on hand

Cut baits aren’t pretty””and they sure can stink. But if you want to catch the biggest cat, gar, or drum in any water, they get the job done