How do you perfectly present bladed jigs to catch more bass? Learn essential gear, lure selection, and advanced techniques for success in any water column.

Join Major League Fishing BPT Pro Nick Lebrun and Bass University for an informative seminar on fishing with a Bladed Jig (Chatterbait).

Nick credits much of his success on the Bass Pro Tour to the chatterbait, which he describes as a "bread and butter" staple, an "ABC of bass fishing" and one of the most popular and effective power fishing lures available. Its ability to consistently get bites from both two-pounders and twelve-pounders, along with its simplicity, makes it an incredibly versatile and powerful bass fishing bait that's also a great way to cover water quickly and efficiently.

In this comprehensive seminar, Nick will share the fundamentals of using a bladed jig, along with his preferred essential gear, including specific considerations for rods, reels, and line choices tailored to different bass fishing techniques.

You'll learn about Nick’s two main approaches for bladed jigs: making the bait run high in the water column or getting it low to the bottom. This includes understanding how bait design (head, blade, skirt material, hook shank) affects its run, the critical role of trailer selection (considering factors like mass, drag & material), and how retrieve speed and cadence impact bait presentation and trigger bites from pressured fish. The seminar also covers optimal rod selection, detailing preferred length, action, and sensitivity for different applications, appropriate reel gear ratios for desired bait movement, and strategic line types. You will gain insight into adapting your approach based on conditions like water clarity (stained vs. clear water) and target fish behavior (wintering fish vs. active fish). Additionally, Nick shares other insider tips from his experience as a professional angler, such as how to cover hooks during practice to avoid unnecessarily catching fish before tournaments and how to increase hook-ups.

Become a master with a Chatterbait or bladed jig after learning pro secrets and developing confidence in diverse fishing conditions and covers, from open water drains to thick cypress trees and matted grass from Bass Pro Tour angler Nick Lebrun in this exclusive Bass University seminar on the power of the bladed jig.

Chatterbait Fishing High & Low Water Column Class Chapters

• 0:13: MLF Bass Pro Tour Angler Nick Lebrun Introduction
  Discover Nick Lebrun's background and gain a foundational understanding of why bladed jigs have become an indispensable tool for bass anglers.
• 1:40: Chatterbait Basics
  Learn the core appeal and straightforward effectiveness of bladed jigs that makes them a go-to choice for anglers seeking consistent bites and efficient water coverage.
• 8:25: High & Low Approach
  Unlock the critical strategic choice in bladed jig fishing – understanding how to adapt your bait's running depth to match fish behavior and environmental conditions for optimal results.
• 37:47: Cover & Conditions
  Discover how to perfectly match your bladed jig setup to the specific type of cover and water conditions you're fishing, optimizing your approach for various challenging environments.
• 45:06: Color Selection
  Streamline your tackle box and learn which essential bladed jig colors are consistently productive, allowing you to focus on presentation rather than endless options.
• 46:11: Tournament Practice
  Gain an exclusive, insider tip on how pro anglers scout for fish without giving away their secrets or impacting their tournament success.
• 49:40: Trailer Hooks
  Learn a specialized technique to increase your hook-up ratio on wary or pressured fish, turning tentative bites into landed catches.
• 51:50: Q&A
  Nick Lebrun offers concise answers to common questions about bladed jig setup and application, covering everything from bait modifications to practical considerations for varying fishing conditions.

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