Swindle’s Fall Bass Bait Rotation for Shad Fisheries

fall-bait-rotation

The product recommendations on our site are independently chosen by our editors. When you click through our links, we may earn a commission. 

In this action-packed video, Wired2fish joins the “GMAN”, Gerald Swindle, on Lake Guntersville. As temperatures drop and shad activity ramps up, Swindle goes through a dynamic rotation of baits to keep fish biting that are keying in on the shad. Fall fishing requires anglers to be versatile, and Swindle breaks down the importance of adjusting techniques and bait selection to keep up with changing fish behavior.

FEATURED TACKLE

SPINNING ROD SETUP
CASTING ROD SETUP

THE IMPORTANCE OF BAIT SIZE AND PRESENTATION

Fall bass are often keyed in on small baitfish, so Swindle highlights downsizing your bait presentation to match the forage size. Using compact options like the Zoom 4-Inch Winged Fluke or the Rapala Jigging Rap can make all the difference when fish are acting finicky. He advises anglers to always carry a variety of baits and remain flexible as conditions change throughout the day.

WHY VERSATILITY MATTERS

Fall fishing is unpredictable, but Swindle’s ability to experiment with different baits and techniques helps generate consistent success. Whether targeting active fish on the surface or going for stubborn bass in the grass, his strategies prove that adaptability is key.

BOAT SETUP