It was super windy today; good thing I just watched a Bill Dance Episode on how to fish in the wind! I’ve heard contradicting opinions on how to fish in the wind, so I guess I can only tell you what has actually worked for me.

First, you can pretty much rule out top-water baits on windy days, unless of course you find a quite cove with less wind. Strong winds can cause small waves and sometimes create whitecaps that disturb sunlight penetration, and it make it harder for fish to top water movement. With that said, because wind stirs up the water, it causes bait fish to move, which in turn makes, bass become more active and aggressive.  Fishing in the wind can help or hurt you depending on the choices you make that day. White spinnerbaits are a good place to start if you are having troubles with wind. You can always try a crankbait, but I personally prefer fishing with a Carolina rigged worm.