The author with a 47-inch striper caught off North Jersey on a 10-inch Stride glide bait. Photo by Joe Cermele Though the official timeline is a bit hazy, many anglers point to the swimbait revolution ...

Big baits catch big bass. It's that simple. But knowing when and how to throw these giant lures isn't as cut and dry. There are specific scenarios where bass respond better to larger baits and are ...

Glide baits have a hypnotic effect on big bass, pulling them out of cover to examine the chopping action of the oversized lure. For hardcore glide bait enthusiasts, the thrill of watching a 6-pound ...

These were the bass baits—and mindset shifts—that defined my 2025 season and helped me catch more and bigger largemouth bass.