Swimbaits can be game-changers for bass fishing, but only if you know how to match them to conditions, rig them right, and retrieve them effectively. Experts reveal the science behind lure size, ...

Swimbaits are great fish catchers, but it takes a lot of work to wring out their potential. A swimbait is a long, soft plastic lure with a deep belly that tapers sharply to a wide, paddle-shaped tail.

Soft plastic swimbaits have become one of my go-to baits. Their versatility and effectiveness mean that there's always one tied on in my boat. But there are several ways to rig them and each way has a ...