How to Find + Catch Smallmouth Bass: A FULL Breakdown

Learn how to locate and catch trophy smallmouth bass using live bait, electronics, and wind-driven patterns.
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Discover the secrets to consistently catching trophy smallmouth bass, even on unfamiliar lakes, using advanced tactics like livescope, wind-driven patterns, and live bait rigs. This in-depth guide is perfect for beginners looking to fast-track their success and get on big smallies quickly. Learn how to leverage state-provided lake survey data, fishing apps, and proven techniques to locate and catch giant smallmouth bass like a pro.
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CHAPTERS
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0:00 - Introduction: Targeting, locating, and catching large smallmouth bass
1:28 - Step 1: Researching lakes using state DNR websites and survey data
2:21 - Using the onX Fish app to find smallmouth bass lakes
4:41 - Identifying trophy potential lakes for big smallmouth bass
6:01 - Step 2: Determining where to fish on the lake
6:29 - Understanding smallmouth bass behavior and baitfish location
7:06 - Using the Omnia Fishing app for wind direction and mapping
9:29 - Identifying key structures and depths for early summer smallmouth bass
10:26 - Step 3: Gearing up and heading out on the lake
11:14 - Using side scan and livescope to locate fish
12:19 - Rigging up live bait for smallmouth bass
13:19 - Catching the first big smallmouth of the day
15:09 - Breaking down the setup for live bait rigging
16:09 - Reading the livescope and making adjustments
18:15 - Hooking into another solid smallmouth bass
19:36 - Recapping the successful day on the water
20:32 - Adapting to changing weather conditions
20:57 - Conclusion: Applying the methodology to unfamiliar lakes
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*LINKS FROM VIDEO:*
🔗 Minnesota DNR website for lake survey data: at.fish/MNLakeFinder
🔗 onX Fish App & website: at.fish/OnXFish
🔗 Omnia Fishing App: at.fish/OmniaFishingApp
🔗 TKI CNC livescope mount: at.fish/TKICNC
🔗 Tungsten Jig - Northland Fishing Tackle Short Shank Tungsten Jig: at.fish/NorthlandTungstenJig
🔗 Leech stops / Bait Buttons: at.fish/BaitButtons
🔗 Rogue Fishing phone tether: at.fish/qxnOY
👉 Sign-up for the FGTN Newsletter at at.fish/Newsletter - get no-fluff updates on gear releases, reviews, comparisons, and deals every few weeks.

[@adhall777]

This is very cool. Thanks for putting all this together.

[@AlexTimm]

Heck yeah!

[@JoeHollandFishing]

Incredible breakdown! Great work bud! Nice smallies!

[@AlexTimm]

Appreciate it man!