[VIDEO] Offshore Bass Fishing Baits | Dakota Ebare’s Top Picks

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Dakota Ebare shares his top 5 offshore bass fishing baits on Table Rock Lake. The highland reservoir offers a range of bites from shallow to deep. Ebare focuses on five essential techniques that help him consistently target offshore bass. Using electronics to locate fish and structure, he demonstrates how these baits can be adapted to different depths and scenarios.

DROP SHOT RIG

Ebare starts with the drop shot rig, an established yet highly effective method for pressured or otherwise negative bass. He uses the drop shot to target bass relating to specific structural elements, such as rock piles ranging from shallow to deep. Ebare emphasizes how this rig can draw bass from the cover, even when not visible on electronics.

CAROLINA RIG

Next, he covers the Carolina rig, a versatile bait for combing the bottom. Ebare highlights its effectiveness in diverse conditions, from rock points to shell beds, making it useful year-round. Adjust your weight to target bass at a variety of depths effectively.

DRAGGING A JIG

Ebare then discusses using an old-school bass jig on a heavy casting setup. He notes that a big jig draws bites from better-than-average bass. Fish it slowly across the bottom or work it through brush piles for bass holding tight to cover.

CRANKBAITS

For reaction bites, Ebare turns to deep-diving crankbaits like the 6XD. These baits excel on a long cast and allow you to cover a lot of water while drawing reaction strikes from aggressive fish. He adapts colors based on water clarity and forage type.

PINGING A MINNOW

Lastly, Ebare demonstrates fishing a jig and minnow presentation for suspended bass feeding on baitfish. A simple ballhead jig and plastic is an excellent baitfish imitator. Match your bait size to the forage and jig weight to the target depth.

BOAT SETUP