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2018, Largemouth Bass - Florida Top Water Fishing
Topwater bass fishing in shallow water lakes in Central Florida is thrilling, especially in early fall when surface detonation is high. Capt. Nick Kefalides, a renowned big bass fisherman, shares his techniques and tips for catching fish in shallow water lakes. He discusses baits, presentation, boat positioning, and staying weedless while pulling topwater through vegetation. This exchange of fishing knowledge helps fishers become smarter and more successful.
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2019, Topwater Musky Fishing - Slow and Steady Wrecks Their Face
Topwater fishing often uses active vocabulary like "plop", "whiz", "churn", and "slosh". However, it's important to recognize the sense of predatory fish species, such as muskies, who can detect surface wakes and use discretion. Utilizing stealth and guile with topwater can help catch more big fish and navigate aggressive smaller fish.
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2019, Spring Muskie on Topwater - Get Out Da' Box
The term "bite" in angling discourages creativity and limits exploration beyond a single presentation. However, nature changes daily, and any tactic can effectively synchronize with species. Smaller fish respond differently to larger presentations, so avoiding "bite" thinking can hinder progress towards larger fish.
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