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Summer Bank Fishing Thrills: Topwater Bass & Ultralight Random Spot Catches

Ultralight Fishing at a Random Fishing Spot! (Side of the Road)

 

I’m trying something new—ultralight fishing at a random spot I found on a map, right off the main road in Kingston, Tennessee. Started with my Realistic Fishing Desperation Rig and caught two Bluegill. Then switched to a confidence rig—a small swimbait—and hooked a small Largemouth Bass. Didn’t fill the net, but catching both Bluegill and Bass on my first try at a new bank spot felt like a win. Challenge yourself to hit a random spot and test your ultralight skills!The Desperation Rig got those Bluegill biting fast, and the swimbait sealed the deal with that Bass. Bank fishing at new spots keeps things fresh, especially with ultralight gear that’s cheap and easy for beginners. Summer’s a great time to explore. Ever fished a random spot you found on a whim? What’d you catch?

Random Spot Results:

  • Desperation Rig: Two Bluegill caught.
  • Small Swimbait: One small Largemouth Bass.
  • New Spot: Success on first try with ultralight gear.

 

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Best & Biggest Bass on TOPWATER! – Best Day of Bass Fishing (Cont.)

 

This is my best Bass fishing day of the year, and it’s all thanks to a topwater popper! I landed four Largemouth Bass, including a four-pounder that’s my biggest yet. The shad-pattern popper was the secret, drawing strikes when other lures failed. In my last video, I caught two Bass, and this time I added two more, including that beast. Fishing from the bank in summer, this popper’s a game-changer for any angler waiting for their big day. The popper’s action in shallow water was irresistible to those Bass, especially the four-pounder that made the trip. Bank fishing with topwater’s thrilling and doesn’t need fancy gear—just a steady retrieve. If you’re chasing your best Bass day, grab a popper and hit the bank. What’s your biggest Bass this year?
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The Best Day of Bass Fishing with TOPWATER (Part 1)

 

Hands down, this is my best day of topwater Bass fishing yet! I’m walking the bank, explaining how to work a topwater popper—a simple but killer lure. Missed a strike early but kept at it and landed two beautiful Largemouth Bass. Moved down the bank and hooked another stunner. This is just part one of an epic day—stay tuned for more. Summer’s the time for topwater, and it’s easy enough for beginners to try from the bank.Working the popper with short pops and pauses got those Bass to smash it. It’s all about persistence, especially after a missed strike. Bank anglers can get in on this action with minimal gear—perfect for summer evenings. What’s your topwater technique for hooking Bass?

Topwater Breakdown:

  • Popper: Two Largemouth Bass caught.
  • Technique: Short pops and pauses in shallow water.
  • Bank Walking: Key to finding active Bass.

 

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Tips for Summer Bank Fishing

  1. Hit Random Spots: Try new bank spots with ultralight rigs like the Desperation Rig or swimbaits for Bluegill and Bass.
  2. Go Topwater: Use shad-pattern poppers in summer for explosive Largemouth Bass strikes—perfect for shallow banks.
  3. Master Popper Technique: Pop and pause slowly to draw Bass; keep working the area after missed strikes.
  4. Use Finesse for Slow Days: Small swimbaits or float rigs with tiny flies can catch Bluegill and small Bass when bites are tough.

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