For much of the year they’re relegated to spot duty, but fall is and always will be topwater time. As the cool nights drive baitfish to the shallows, bass see a prime opportunity to fatten up for winter. It’s the perfect scenario for a topwater approach: loads of bait, ravenous bass and skinny water. Best of all, you can forget stowing away the surface lures once the sun peaks. These bass are more than willing to crush a topwater rain or shine, morning, noon and night. The only question then becomes … which topwater do you throw to maximize the fun? We’re glad you asked.
Pro: Bryan Thrift
Thrift’s favorite: Damiki Rambler in real shad
Top target: shallow flats with isolated pieces of cover
Presentation: Thrift is known for his ability to cover water, hence his affinity for the Rambler in the fall. He’ll walk it as fast as he can to cover flats where he sees shad flickering on the surface. However, what he likes most is when he sees an isolated piece of cover on the flat. He’ll still burn a cast by it first, but if he doesn’t get a strike he’ll make a second cast and methodically work the Rambler back near the cover, allowing the lure to really glide side to side to tempt any nearby bass. Continue Reading – http://www.flwfishing.com/tips/2015-10-07-how-to-choose-topwaters-in-fall