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I have been a passionate bass fisherman since I was 5 years old and, like many, have spent my life pursuing my angling passion. My goal now is to bring both an Educational opportunity and a way for fishermen to continue to participate in the sport without a financial burden upon the family.

I recognize a consistent theme among those who fish; the recurring dream of wanting more money and/or time to fish when they want. More than that, David has personally felt the negative impact of an industry where prices on everything from tackle and equipment to boats and trucks to tournament entry fees and gas have continued to skyrocket. During this same time, wages have stalled or gone down and sponsor support has been cut to practically nothing. This has caused many fishermen to give up on their goals and dreams. So, David’s desire extends beyond fishing.

I founded Beyond Bassin’, a company that would open new opportunities anglers had to pursue their passion, goals, and dreams.

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To your personal best -
Bassin' Dave

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Buzzbaits - An Alarm Clock to a Bass

Once the water gets above 60 degrees, one particular lure should play a big role in your bass fishing lineup - a buzzbait!  Buzzbaits are those wonderful lures that look like a spinnerbait with a prop type blade that chops up the surface and makes a ton of noise.

The spawning season is overlooked by most in casting this type of lure, and why, I do not know.  When a bass is in guard mode or maybe tuning the world out with its focus on spawning, a buzzbait is that "alarm" clock that you just want to shut off.  For us, we reach over and hit snooze, but for a bass, they smash the lure with their mouth trying to kill it.

I like black, white and chartreuse, and bluegill patterned skirt colors this time of year.  Rough up the surfaces a bit where the blade rubs on the brad stopper so it will squeak a lot.  I find a 1/2 oz bait is best leading up to the spawn and then a 1/4 oz bait comes into play once you get a lot of fry in the water.  Fish it around spawning areas and get it close to cover.  Make multiple presentations and hang on.  If you want an adrenaline rush, this will give it to you!

Now go get your personal best-
Bassin' Dave

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