Fish You Catch From The Bank in SPRING (Spring Fishing With a Rapala)
Spring bank fishing can surprise you with how many different species will hit the same lure, and this trip proves it. I start off casting a small Rapala from the dock and immediately hook into a largemouth bass—but it jumps and throws the hook. From there, I move down the bank and start picking apart the shoreline. That’s when things get more consistent.
The Rapala ends up producing a mix of fish instead of just bass. That’s something a lot of people overlook this time of year—predator fish aren’t the only ones chasing minnows.
What this setup produced:
- Largemouth bass (lost at the dock)
- Bluegill
- Multiple yellow bass
The key here is the small profile and subtle action of the Rapala. It’s not just a bass lure in spring—it’s a multi-species bait. If you’re bank fishing and just want to catch fish, this is a solid place to start.
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EARLY Spring Bass Fishing From The Bank With a SWIMBAIT
Early spring is when swimbaits really start to shine, especially from the bank. In this video, I keep it simple with a Texas rig swimbait and focus on covering water along the shoreline. The bite isn’t constant, but when it happens, it’s quality.
I end up catching three largemouth bass, including a solid four-pounder. That’s the kind of fish that makes you stick with a swimbait even when it feels slow. The natural swimming action is what gets those bigger fish to commit.
Why this works in early spring:
- Swimbaits mimic baitfish moving into shallow water
- Texas rig lets you fish through cover without getting hung up
- Bigger profile = better chance at larger bass
If you’re trying to step up from catching numbers to catching size, this is the kind of setup worth throwing more often.
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Early Spring Fishing With a Rapala and a Texas Rig (Bank Fishing)
This is a good example of adjusting as conditions change over a couple of days. I start out throwing a small Rapala jerkbait and manage to catch a yellow bass, but the bite doesn’t hold up. After moving spots and still not getting consistent action, I switch gears.
The next day, I come back targeting bass with a Texas rig using a Zoom Tiny Fluke. That change ends up making the difference, putting a couple of largemouth bass on the bank.
What worked to catch largemouth bass:
- Rapala jerkbait: good for covering water, picked up a yellow bass
- Texas rig (Zoom Tiny Fluke): better for slowing down and targeting bass
- Location change: necessary when fish aren’t committing
This is pretty typical early spring fishing—you’re not going to rely on just one lure. You’ve got to adjust and give the fish something different if the bite dies off.
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Spring Bank Fishing With Lures (Crankbaits & Gulp Minnows)
Not every spring fishing trip is about catching bass, and this one turns into a numbers game with panfish instead. I start with a Rapala floating minnow and get nothing, then switch over to a Rebel Wee Craw and finally get some action.
Interestingly, the fish that show up are bluegill, including a few decent-sized ones. When the bass aren’t biting yet, downsizing your expectations—and your presentation—can still make the trip worthwhile.
What turned the trip around:
- Switching from minnow bait to craw-style crankbait
- Targeting active fish instead of forcing a bass bite
- Being willing to “just catch fish” instead of chasing one species
Later, I lean into that approach and use Gulp Minnows to pick up a few more. The lake isn’t fully turned on yet, but it’s getting close.
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Spring Fishing After a Cold Front & A NEW Place To Buy Fishing Lures
Cold fronts can completely shut down a bite that was working just days before. In this video, I go back out with the same Rapala that was producing earlier—but this time, nothing. The fish have pulled away from the bank, and it’s obvious pretty quickly.
Instead of forcing it, I pivot and head back to the studio to check out some new gear pickups. This is something a lot of anglers end up doing this time of year—fishing slows down, so you start restocking.
What changed:
- Cold front pushed bass and yellow bass off the bank
- Previously productive lure stopped working
- Slower conditions made fishing unproductive
Gear pickups included:
- Soft plastics
- Crankbaits
- Chatterbaits
The takeaway here is simple—spring fishing can swing fast. When a cold front hits, don’t expect the same results you had a few days ago.
If you get bored and feel like buying some lures at auction, maybe take a look at Whatnot.
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Spring Fishing Lures From WALMART (CHEAP Fishing Tackle From Walmart)
If you’re trying to build a spring tackle box without spending a lot, this is the kind of haul you want to look for. I stop by Walmart and put together a mix of lures for under $30, covering multiple species and techniques.
This isn’t just random gear either—it’s stuff you can actually use right now as the water warms up.
What I picked up:
- Bass lures (including soft plastics like Yamamoto Senkos)
- Crappie lures
- Catfish bait
The value here is hard to beat, especially if you’re just getting started or trying to stock up before peak season. Spring is one of the best times to find usable gear at low prices, and Walmart usually has enough variety to cover everything from bass to panfish.
