what lure should I use for spring

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**Spring bass are waking up, so here's how to pick a lure that matches the moment.**

- *Season reality*: Early spring water temps are variable; plan for about 50–60°F to get the bite, and remember that warmer sun helps. 
- *Lure picks*: 
  - **Squarebill Crankbait** for shallow banks and cover; it ticks off wood and rocks to trigger reaction bites.
  - **Lipless Crankbait / Rattlebait** to cover water quickly and generate loud bites when the water is warming.
  - **Spinnerbait** (gold/white or chartreuse) for stained to dirty water and windy days; great for quick reaction bites.
  - **Jigs with a craw trailer** (1/4–3/8 oz) to probe weed edges and sparse cover; use slow hops and pauses.
  - **Soft plastics on light tackle**: *Texas rigs* or *creature-baits* for beds or near structure when bass are tight to cover.
  - **Jerkbaits / Hard Minnows** for clear water and suspended fish; work them with twitch-and-pause retrieves.

- *Color tips*: Clear water = natural shad/green pumpkin; Stained water = chartreuse/white or a bright pattern; Murky water = high-contrast color and a larger blade.

- *Presentation tips*: In early spring, water is chilly, so start with a slower cadence on moving baits. Pause between short retrieves to trigger reaction strikes; stay tight to structure and weedlines where warm pockets form.

- *Weather note*: A warm front can push bass shallower and more aggressive; a cold front often slows the bite—adjust lure choice and speed accordingly.

Want to see these tactics in action? check out these videos:
- [The Best Spring Fishing Lure To Catch MORE Bass (Bed Fish)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7frFU1eXbg)
- [Top 5 Baits For Early Spring Bass Fishing! (How To Fish Them)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsm_EgLhAOw)
- [Which Spring Lure is the Best!? (fishing challenge)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wJHk6NAd3Q)

Product ideas to get you started:
- [KingForest 10-Piece Spinnerbait Fishing Lures Kit](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DT1FDP2?tag=tacklenet-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Hyamass 200pcs Soft Lure Bait Spring Twist Lock for Soft Lure Bait Worm Crank](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4LFNVW?tag=tacklenet-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

Go get after them—early spring bass can be surprisingly hungry! 🎣💥

Tight lines and good luck!

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