Top 5 fishing lures for bass
Five lures that cover most bass situations on Texas lakes, from topwater mornings to slow afternoons. Updated Nov 5, 2026
Our picks
1.TRUSCEND Shadtale soft swimbaitEasy to fish, great for beginners.
Check price on Amazon ↗2.TRUSCEND topwater plopperFor early-morning topwater bites.
Check price on Amazon ↗3.TRUSCEND Swimmax swimbaitJointed swimbait with a lively action.
Check price on Amazon ↗4.MadBite bladed jigCovers water fast around grass.
Check price on Amazon ↗5.Yamamoto 5" SenkoWacky or Texas rig — a classic.
Check price on Amazon ↗What to look for
- Early morning and evening: start with topwater while bass chase bait near the surface.
- Midday or after a cold front: slow down with a soft plastic like a Senko.
- Windy days and grass edges: cover water with a bladed jig or swimbait.
Questions anglers ask
What is the best all-around bass lure?
A soft plastic stick bait like the Senko. Rig it wacky or Texas-style and it catches bass in almost any season.
What color lure should I use for bass?
Match the water: natural greens and browns in clear water, darker or brighter colors like black/blue or chartreuse in stained water.
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