How To Fish An XCalibur Eeratic Shad

Long pauses and slight twitches often outperform a quicker, more violent retrieve when jerkbait fishing in late winter or early spring. Bass in cold water are sluggish and the angler often needs to put the bait right in their faces for a long time before twitching it away and inducing a strike. A suspending bait is essential. Remember, the lighter the line the deeper a bait will run. Also, consider a loop knot to provide maximum freedom for the lure to move erratically on the twitch.