Are you missing strikes in heavy cover or struggling to get bites in tough conditions? This masterclass reveals the secrets to year-round competitive swimbait fishing success, including weedless and line-through rigging, Florida-style topwater techniques in thick vegetation, and the exact gear and colors to trigger bites from largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass in any scenario.
Bass University's comprehensive on-the-water masterclass combines multiple dynamic sessions from renowned pro anglers Fred Roumbanis and Bobby Lane. This in-depth masterclass expertly break down the intricacies of bass fishing with soft-bodied swimbaits in a wide array of situations and conditions.
Viewers will learn a variety of preferred methods and cutting-edge approaches directly from top professional anglers in the sport. Discover how Fred Roumbanis leverages weedless and line-through swimbaits for competitive bass fishing success year-round, covering key aspects like when to choose specific swimbait sizes and demonstrating essential rigging techniques for maximizing action and hook-ups. Gain insights into his preferred tackle, including rod and reel ratios optimized for different scenarios, along with hook and line choices for various swimbait applications. Explore strategies for targeting bass in shallow water, around grass, and even employing surface presentations with line-through swimbaits.
You'll also dive into Bobby Lane's specialized "Florida style" techniques for mastering heavy cover swimbait fishing. Learn his must-have gear, including specific rod, high-speed reel, and heavy braid setups designed to extract fish from the thickest vegetation. Discover the nuances of rigging swimbaits with weights and flipping hooks for optimal weedless performance and hook penetration in dense cover. Understand his proven methods for burning swimbaits across the surface and the strategic use of a weighted head to enhance action and presentation in challenging environments like grass and lily pads.
Each angler provides a unique perspective, relying on different styles of soft swimbaits and employing a diverse range of effective retrieves. By watching these detailed on-the-water demonstrations, you can pick and choose different tips and tactics from each expert to significantly enhance your own bass fishing success on the water. Swimbaits are undeniably effective fish-catching machines, and this knowledge will empower you to confidently rely on them as a heavy hitter in your arsenal throughout all seasons. This ultimate swimbait masterclass seamlessly integrates two of Bass University's most popular swimbait fishing classes, providing you with a wealth of information to elevate your bass fishing game.
Soft Swimbait Masterclass Chapters

0:23: Fred Roumbanis (Line Thru & Weedless Swimbaits)Unlock the versatility of swimbaits! Watch Fred Roumbanis reveal his key tactics for using weedless and line-through swimbaits to conquer various fishing scenarios. Learn the preferred methods of a top pro for navigating shallow, grassy areas and even skipping under boat docks. Discover when these essential swimbaits shine and how to integrate them into your year-round approach for more competitive bass fishing.
26:03: Bobby Lane (Heavy Cover Swimbaits)Break through the thickest cover for bigger bass! Join Bobby Lane as he unveils his "Florida style" approach to heavy cover swimbait fishing. See the must-have gear in action, including the high-speed reel (crucial for this technique) and the importance of heavy braid. Learn how to rig these baits to effectively move through dense vegetation in shallow water, reaching fish others overlook. Prepare for explosive strikes in the kind of cover you might have previously avoided.

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Bobby Lane's Heavy Cover Swimbait Reel (10.1:1 Revo Rocket) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Abu_Garcia_Revo_Rocket_LP_Casting_Reels/descpage-AGRRH.html?from=butv
Bobby Lane's Heavy Cover Swimbait Rod (7'6" Heavy Fantasista X) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Abu_Garcia_Fantasista_X_Casting_Rods/descpage-AGFX.html?from=butv
Bobby Lane's Straight Shank Swimbait Hook (Fusion 19 4/0 or 5/0) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Berkley_Fusion19_Hooks_Heavy_Cover_4pk/descpage-SFHC.html?from=butv
Fred Roumbanis's Large Weedless Swimbait Screw Lock Spring - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Owner_CPS_Centering_Pin_Spring/descpage-OCPSS.html?from=butv
Fred Roumbanis's Swimbait (Line-Thru) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Optimum_Boom_Boom_Line_Thru_Swimbait/descpage-OPTLTS.html?from=butv
Fred Roumbanis's Swimbait (Weedless) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Optimum_Boom_Boom_Weedless_Swimbait/descpage-OBBWS.html?from=butv
Heavy Cover Swimbait Line (50lb Spiderwire Ultracast) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Spiderwire_Ultracast_Braided_Line_Aqua_Camo/descpage-SUCB.html?from=butv
Roumbanis's Swimbait Hook (Hayabusa Wide Gap Screw Lock Weighted Hooks) - https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Hayabusa_WRM958_Wide_Gap_Screw_Lock_Weighted_Hooks/descpage-H958W.html?from=butv