Ashburnham, Massachusetts is considered the town of many lakes, so these are the top 5 bass fishing lures you should be using as soon as you hit the water this spring. Whether it’s a boat, dock, or beach, sun, rain, or clouds, these are the top options so you have the catch of the day.
Before going into the lures, where you fish has a huge impact on how much you catch. In terms of bass, the top lakes in Ashburnham include Lower Naukeag Lake, Winnekeag Lake, Sunset Lake, and Dunne Pond State Park. Upper Naukeag Lake is another great option, but it has a strict no-boat policy and is hard to access if you don’t own property on the lake. However, you can find some openings off to the side of Lake Road.
- Suspending Jerkbait
The suspending jerkbait is easily the king for bass fishing, and relative to another lure that will appear on this list this spring, especially during pre-spawn season, in clear, open water. Due to many fish being injured or sluggish from the cold, harsh winter, mocking a wounded bait fish is the perfect approach. To work this bait, you should use the “jerk-jerk-pause” method. The pause is very important because pre-spawn bass are often sluggish or lazy, not in the mood to chase after fast-moving bait.
- Chatterbait
The chatterbait is a unique lure that is definitely a top option this spring. It has a jig-like look to it, but features a blade that spins and cuts through the water as you reel. It’s super versatile because you’re able to cut it or jig it across pre-spawn structures like grass, docks, or logs. These places are great to fish because bass are looking for a place to make their beds for spawn season. Needless to say, this is definitely a top lure for bass fishermen across the country.
- Wacky Rig
The wacky rig is arguably the king of bass fishing all year round, and spring fishing is no different. These worms can be rigged in various ways and come in hundreds of different colors and sizes, making them extremely versatile. To work this bait, you should fish in a shallow three to seven feet of water around docks and natural structures where bass are looking to bed, or emerging grass using a five inch green pumpkin/watermelon color. Working this bait is simple; let it sink and twitch it when it’s deep enough. The retrieve should be extremely slow, so even sluggish bass can go after it. This is probably the easiest bait to work and is definitely a top three pick this spring.
- Crankbait
The crankbait is closely related to the suspended jerk bait but slightly different. The jerk bait is long and usually is made longer and more used for a jerk jerk pause method. The crankbait works in all different depths and areas using a slow-medium speed straight retrieve. This lure is super versatile all year long, and 100% deserves its spot in the top 5.
- Bass Jig
To cap off this top five is the bass jig. This lure is used mainly in shallow water around cover, structures, and grass. The key to retrieving on the Jig is patience; a slow and twitchy retrieve is sure to catch sluggish or energetic bass looking for a free meal. It is often paired with a soft plastic craw, grub, or any sort of bug to add more appeal and action to the bait. It often imitates a craw or wounded fish that’s on the verge of death, making it look like an easy meal for any bass and a great option this spring that is an electric cap off to this top five.
