Bass And Water Clarity...Why You Will Never Be A Good Angler Unless You Understand It’s Effects

Randy givessome tips and advice on what he considers the most important element in terms of actually catching bass and figuring out the techniques and approaches they want which is water clarity and visibility...#clarity #water #bassfishing #fishing #bassfishingtips #bassmaster #bassbehavior

[@vixxayang5141]

You should make a video on River Fishing, The key differences between lakes and rivers and how to approach a river for bass. Great Info!

[@cadecampbell433]

Great recommendation!! Please do this!

[@tylerwatson3651]

I could also use help with river fishing...to me it's so different than lakes and ponds. Especially from the bank. I'm a bank angler until I found a motor for an old bass boat I have.

[@twiggsherman3641]

I agree. I bank fish for smallmouth in a tidal river system. I know the tide and other factors play a part, but I haven't been able to figure it out. Best I can do is walk a mile up and down the bank throwing out a wacky rigged senko and hoping.

[@mikem1738]

100% would love to see river break downs!

[@razorbackreb]

Absolutely. The Arkansas river is so different than a lake.

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

Awesome advice. Thanks Randy. I fish dirty water quite often with my son on farm dams here in my province in South Africa as the farmers use it for irrigation. Will add noise for sure!! Thanks again for a brillaint channel.

[@manifestgtr]

When it comes to complicated subjects, WHY is so important. It’s the only thing that allows you to draw conclusions, make adjustments and ultimately think for yourself. That’s why videos like this are so important.

[@frankhiatt4271]

Much appreciated. I used tournament bass fish twenty years ago. I think I have forgotten more than I ever knew. Hearing this tutorial on water clarity brought back the things I has forgotten. I will be definitely tuning in for more good info. Thanks again.

[@jholl7339]

VERY good video, Randy. I know you called it a general introduction video, but there was SO much important information on this that, we as anglers, NEED to absorb. And you are right. Even those these kind of videos get less views, THESE are the videos that are gonna help, so much more. Thanks again, for all your help and efforts!

[@alanweisner2421]

Thank you Randy. These topics are extremely poignant in tough situations and often your thoughts provoke wider look at the environment. I fish Mohave and Havasu, both with water clarity exceeding 30ft. Throw in wildly fluctuating water levels , the seasonal changes and forage. The Bite is often tight and very tough. So, these discussions are important as many of the other commenters have said. Stay safe !

[@keithm7262]

100%. Water clarity is number one for me and determines my entire approach to the lures I use that day.

[@captainackbar3097]

When do I use light plastics such as white and stuff vs dark like black and blue I know when to use those two but not which one of the all videos just group them together

[@ROZDAB]

Thanks for ‘clearing’ that up. It’s a ‘murky’ topic that some people think is too ‘dirty’ to talk about. 👍

[@jtotherog]

I see you😂

[@pamelaklemp5615]

Clarity, Temp, and Levels... it's like the true language a fish uses to speak to us. My dad would talk about it with me when fishing rivers and streams. To this day (60 years later) I still try to "read" the fish by those important factors, especially in Florida where we have the full gambit of water choices. Thanks Randy, swell information for everyone to put to use!👏.

[@stevep1062]

This is some of the best fishing advice I have heard. I will continue to watch your videos for these types of tips. Thanks for all you do Randy.

[@patrickmahoney3479]

Genuinely useful information. Nice water clarity overview.

[@craigmcclellan5518]

Thank you very much Randy, for your dedication to fishing. These topics are something I have been on the look out for. Very seldom does anyone take the time and effort to explain how much the seasonal changes can and do effect fishing. You have gone deeper then I would of expected with a season by season break down of your knowledge. This is hard earned information that you are passing on to others. We do appreciate the teachings and thank you for all you are doing.

[@toddanderson566]

I agree, a how to fish river’s for bass would be great!!

[@mikeymedina93]

One of the best videos from my fav channel. Thanks RB

[@fishingwithtoogoods58]

I've learned more from Randy about bass fishing than I thought I could ever learn ! Easy to understand and straight to the point! No background music or flashy catch phrases. I love it and keep up the pure Greatness!

[@davidkirk2554]

Very Good, well done RANDY...

[@scottspradau3067]

Thanks so much for sharing your experience and wisdom. These gems of knowledge are like a day on the boat with you. Many of us don’t get to spend countless hours on the water to learn this theory. Awesome lesson that will help us all improve our plan of attack in changing conditions. Please keep these types of videos coming!!!

[@cmmuskiet6998]

I agree with you. In my experience with different species. Water, temp, and clarity, plus anything else that have to do with fish location and best way to use that information in regards to presentation is most important. secret bait or bait modifications is a far less for sure.

[@davekleinsmith4540]

Hey Randy, I want to thank your for all the videos, i don't even have a bass boat anymore and have not bass fished in 5 years but I'm addicted to your daily videos. I'm now in the market for a 2021 Skeeter and i'll be using all yours and Jonnys tips to be even better when i get back at it. I live in San Diego and the lakes here are pressured hard, I do mostly ocean fishing but had a Skeeter that i sold 5 years ago but you now have me wanting back in and focus on the big ones. Keep up the amazing work and i think you have a gift in teaching, to get a guy like me excited again is great!!! Catch and release people!! San Diego Dave

[@sharkillsbear]

Thanks for this Randy! Great tips that I can use right away.

[@Jcestanley]

Randy, I appreciate these videos. We have completely opposite styles of fishing, but when you speak I listen. I only have a handful of anglers like you, Roland Martin among other people, that I take what you say to heart. Thanks again for volunteering your wisdom.

[@danielmckeen2465]

Loving the hat Randy!!!😁Thanks very much to all your insights and debunking all the myths😜😜😜

[@madseason29]

The lake I fish is always super clear. Thank you for any clear water tips🙏 One if your last videos you talked about casting angles I caught 2 fish out of same hole casting different angles. Please don’t stop tip videos. God bless you and Roland Martin. I’ve learned more from you two guys than anything I could ever figured out on my own.

[@jaredbrodd2447]

Great video Randy, I think it would be helpful if you did a 2-3 part in depth series on water clarity. Thanks for the tips much appreciated

[@chickenmessiah]

Thank you or the wisdom, and for taking time out from your schedule. By the way, I’m 52 and have a 7 year old, a 4 year old and a 4 month old. Most days your video is the only “fishing” I can do! I’ve listened twice today already, and look forward to the deeper lessons!

[@marlonpowell2510]

This is great info. One of the first videos where you talked about clarity and the different weight on jigs to use depending on that water clarity has really improved my flipping and pitching game and I have a lot more confidence and making quicker decisions on what to use based on the water clarity. Thanks for all the info you give out and please continue to do so

[@mamo9389]

Such great information. I wished I discovered this video earlier. Thanks a lot for putting out these educational videos. I learn a lot from them. May a place a request here: Please put together a playlist for this topic. Again thanks for all your wisdom :-)

[@johnbeall940]

YES! This is the stuff I know I need to learn. Please do more on the 3 topics you mentioned! Thanks!

[@Beadfishing]

Tell ya what man im having trouble as a newb bass angler figuring out the smallies and spotties we got around here and right now with high clear 47 degree water i figure its only a matter of time before i run into a big girl looking for food. I was thinking and i realized my choice of jig colors could have a lot to do with it. This video is very insightful and helpful to me! Thank you for making these awesome vids! Tight lines

[@donniebartlett9041]

Thanks for putting out these videos, always learning when I'm out on the water

[@austinbarlow709]

Finally!!! 2 Great Informative Channels that I can legitimately learn from about Bass Fishing is your's, Randy, and Jonny's Channel as well. Thankyous for all the knowledge you all share! P.S. Don't forget some tips for us avid anglers up North, Thanks again!

[@ronniemitchell9221]

This year I have paid more close attention to Water visit Bility. And I’ve noticed more than ever, that you’re correct in saying that bass in certain times of the year like that off colored water. Can’t get a bite In clean water but as soon as I hit a spot of dirty water here we go. But obviously your tip today explains seasonal water clarity. And you simplified it.

[@Beckham-payne-cruź]

Randy, please discuss river fishing , we are in the Deep South , mostly river fishing with tidal movement constantly and water levels and clarity constantly changing. Thanks.

[@sowabunga]

Excellent overview Randy

[@andreoliverlaoutdoors290]

You are correct about these types of videos are the most important to pay attention to! I could take your best bait modification and use it every day but if I’m fishing in the wrong place I might as well be throwing a bare hook

[@blahblahmilbury]

The in depth videos on analysis, subtleties, etc. are what I’m here for. I appreciate the bait tips and modifications but there is more value in the technical content for someone in the beginner skill level

[@timzaleski1270]

Thanks Randy for dishing out so many helpful tips each day. I fish in the northeast-Maine-and many of the southern shad tactics obviously don't work up here, but the fundamentals about water level and weather and so much more have helped me catch great fish this year so far. I especially like your secret fluke rig with the treble hook! Its gotten me a ton of fish!

[@learningtofish7036]

This is a dense video. This is the most important fishing lesson I've had this week

[@willperryman4559]

Great information, and maybe a bit short. I appreciate your time, but, I would like to dial in to the season we’re in as opposed to talking wintertime in May, if that makes sense.it’s certainly post spawn here in Raleigh North Carolina ( May 19th) and we are about to get into summer heat and temps, and water levels are dropping due to 85* to 90* hot sunny days.. great stuff Randy so I’m hoping to learn more from you and every source I can. Tight lines brother,and best of luck in your tournaments🎣🍀🎣🔨

[@douglasderrick6040]

Such crucial details! Thanks for sharing! Possible idea for future topic if you would like - water without shad. I fish the Columbia River and it seems that none of these holding patters (even for current like TVA) ever prove true since we don't have schooling baitfish like shad.

[@VincentWondra]

Fantastic video. Really insightful and useful for breaking down a body of water and helping to determine where/how to fish.

[@matthewc9965]

Love the water clarity changes...love to adapt to it. Makes me think I have an effect on how well I do

[@erniesanders3724]

Great tips and information Randy. I value your experience and time on the water. Thanks for all you do for the sport.

[@premer15]

As someone who fishes bull shoals, I'm ready for that water level video!

[@PM-yx1yr]

Randy gives the best bass related information in his videos.

[@billbeard7909]

Agree when he sticks to instructional type videos.

[@ultraspinacle]

Yep

[@wilsonbaronet9008]

I love these videos. An in-depth dive into flipping jigs and soft plastics would be cool to see as well. Especially bite detection and proper fall presentation

[@markcarter9599]

This is EXACTLY what I am looking for. I’m a poor fisherman because I don’t have a grasp on the foundations of bass fishing.

[@CptRedneck]

Thanks for the quick response..

[@John-rf1gt]

Thanks for your information

[@danielbritz4736]

Thanks for all the info Randy. If you ever come to South Africa let me know, would like to take you fishing.

[@jeffarmstrong9324]

Very helpful, just yesterday I was fishing in a gun clear bay. 3-4’ average depth with coon tail starting up. Took me a while to dial in a presentation but I finally did by moving to finesse. A 4#’er was the reward.

[@RyanCook55]

Great information thanks

[@sbaner5]

Sounds like a good Tuesday night topic; how to approach lake when knowing clarity, temp and level

[@dennisd6180]

Thank you for today’s information. All your videos are great. But your right today’s was good stuff to build on. Thx for sharing

[@rickcadena6694]

Great video Randy. Very practical information. Would like to see you do a video for beginner bass fisherman regarding FINDING the bass WITHOUT electronics. Too many videos these days are nothing but commercials for the authors sponsors. Your videos provide good information. I can reel in a fish once I find them (by luck). Thanks again.

[@kevinhesser4889]

Thanx for the awesome tips, Randy, you rock!

[@jamescaspersamanthalintner4767]

I look forward to this series one suggestion that I would make brandy is when you do the series of videos do them all in order I think it would be better if you did like the water clarity today then your next video that comes out be about water clarity and just do every one of the subjects you want to do on water clarity right in a row I think people will get more out of it and forget less that way at least that's the way I learned the best LOL great information this winter I did a lot of winter time fishing and the info you put out on water clear you back this winter help me out tremendously.

[@Bassfishingbuddy]

Great information

[@pywifishingandoutdoors]

So true, I had a competition with my little brother last weekend. Fished a chained lake, one of the 3rd lakes which was dirtier. I put on a 3.8 ribbed paddletail swimbait, and he put on a slim paddletail swimbait. And I out fished him 10-0, even when he turned to his most confident baits. Anything with gold, darker in color or makes more disturbances will out fish subtle baits. Develop a game plan and mastering your core principals fishing style, what kind of lake, techniques, recent weather/water patterns, time of year can save you a lot of time by eliminating alot of dead water and putting more fish on the boat.

[@michaelloucks4448]

Hey Randy I had to figure it out for myself 20 yrs ago when they're wasn't as much info Randy I could not figure out what bait's to use in these crystal clear ponds in Massachusetts hey Randy you know what I started catching them on a finesse tube bait by lucky strike I don't think they make them anymore the tube bait was alot smaller than a regular tube and these things had some nasty strong scent in them and I think it was a combination of both the finesse size of the tube and that scent and I started smashing them and then the senko came out but I know what you mean how important water clarity, water temperature, lake level, I didn't know how important lake level is thanks for teaching us how to be a better angler god bless you and Kim and the four kids and the dog your pal fisherman Mike

[@tbjfishing]

Great advice thanks!

[@papaduck2443]

I fish TVA lakes. This info is great. Love to see you make a chart about water clarity, temp, and level, corrosponding to what bait to use and what bait colors to use. I would screenshot the daylights out of that chart!

[@mrs.prospectsouth6875]

Thank you for these amazing, educational videos! I really like these videos! Learn so much every time I watch them 😁💪🏆🎣

[@toddwinegar7365]

Yes an in depth series on this subject, come on Randy let's take a deep dive.

[@dannyyork3742]

Great video Randy I love these how to vids. And I agree a river video be great, love to fish rivers. I live a tributary to ohio river across from Cincinnati, called licking river starts In eastern ky, and dumps in Ohio. I catch more spotted bass that large.outh or smallmouth.

[@bross63]

Thanks for the great videos and extremely specific and helpful info. You talk about water clarity a lot. I know it might take some time and effort to put together, but I think it would be a huge help to many of us if you will put together a video showing what different water clarity looks like on actual water. If you use a polarizing filter over your camera lens it will help show the water like we see it when we are wearing polarized sunglasses also. I think we all get very dirty water and gin clear water, but when you start talking about 2’ visibility, 4-5’, etc. I know I personally don’t know how to judge that when looking at the water. If you will do this I believe it will help many of us understand a lot more about what you are saying when you mention water clarity as it relates to different techniques, colors selection, etc. Thanks again for sharing all this great info with us!

[@jonathanadamgordon1]

Randy! This is a very important video. Make more about water clarity!

[@wmcknigify]

Fantastic, this is one area that I want to understand more. I struggle knowing how to read what the twins (water and weather) are telling me. Looking forward, can't wait. And BTW, I'm the opposite, i look for these type videos and pay less attention to the bait ones. Yeah, those things matter, but not like 'reading the tea leaves'. Thank you so much, been a long-time supporter of Jonny and have learned so much from you guys. However, so much more to learn!

[@gregstabryla9945]

I agree with you Randy, love the bait mods, but the water clarity temp, etc is often overlooked. These variables must be taken into account. I watch them all! Thanks.

[@TwoTrilla]

This info is gold

[@justinloeding2439]

After a few vids I'm convinced. SUBSCRIBED

[@cuivre2004]

I enjoy all your subjects. I think a lot of people simply don't want to think deeper into subjects- they still have a novice mentality and are chasing the "magic bait" (or "magic modification") mind set. There is no magic bait or modification- just magic for that limited time, spot or water condition.

[@johnschroeder4412]

On my way to the Ozarks this week! Can’t wait! Thanks for all the tips!

[@ReelSouthernOutdoors]

Thank you so much for doing this , This is exactly the type of knowledge I have wanting to learn from pros so I can straiten out the learning curve and becoming a better angler. Thanks again!

[@terrytresemer2864]

Algae blooms are the worst. When I was driving I learned a few things. Algae is a layer,maybe inches or up to 2ft deep. Under it the water can be gin clear or muddy. I try to find something that will run from 3ft to the bottom.I try the high side first & work deeper. The bites off but they can be caught.

[@crux321]

this is great info. im ready for the 3 hour version

[@brennanroyalty6664]

This was really helpful. Appreciate your time and effort. This info helps me think more and have more “method to my madness”. This helps me become adaptable which I need as a new fisherman.

[@tarkanozer9692]

Let’s talk about moon phases.. because water clarity temp and moon phase plays a big role for me fishing. For example when the water was 63 degrees and winds from the northwest and a waxing crescent moon and 5 foot of water clarity I was catching small mouth bass from 3 to 8 foot of water at the mouth of the creek where it meets Lake Ontario. On a powder whopper plopper, and Kietch swimbait as well as a white jerk bait. Color as well plays a big roles.

[@jdcskillet]

Man. I needed this last weekend. The water up north here is crystal clear and I saw 7-8 bass and couldn’t figure out what to throw at them. They could see me from a mile away.

[@dgatz1247]

One of my favorite local lakes is absolutely crystal clear. Its difficult at times and it limits lure a presentation selection greatly. What I have found is a weightless of Neko rigged senko works best almost always. And be ultra quiet and cast at them from far away. Less windy and shallow? The smaller and less weight you use.

[@jdcskillet]

Yeah I was completely wrong with what I was throwing! In the morning I threw topwater, chatterbait and spinnerbaits. I mostly just spooked the bass. I went with a finesse jig after I realized I was being too aggressive as well as a drop shot. Those were incorrect because the drop shot was too big (a 3.8 swim bait) and the line too heavy 10lb). I think. I should have as you suggested went very finesse with a weightless senko, a shakey head, a wacky rig or a neko rig.

[@jdcskillet]

I was on my kayak which is how I saw them. Just drifted over them and it was cloudy enough I probably looked more like a cloud than a boat.

[@kingwildeye1495]

Very informative videos. The channel is great. Keep up the good work. And bring us a tournament win.

[@ryanmay8721]

Great video topics! Just starting fishing again since I was a kid fishing with my dad. I find this style of video very interesting. Especially since I'm mainly fishing Beaver Lake, in Arkansas.

[@patrickgriffith303]

Great information! Thank you for taking the time to explain this to us. Great channel! Keep it up!

[@itllkeal]

Thanks 😊

[@SSS51706]

Great video. Looking forward to the rest.

[@ronhicks8193]

Thanks Randy for the great info

[@garyfortenberry5829]

Great video, great philosophy of the knowledge benefits.

[@rossmartin9255]

Understanding the fundamentals of bass behavior is the most important knowledge you can have.

[@brown80reb]

Where can I find that information?

[@holdmybeeroutdoors223]

Please do this as a series!

[@bsoop12]

Great video Randy, please do a video on one day tournaments for us weekend warriors.

[@billkern2753]

Thanks for the info Randy. Your videos are great. Would love to hear about your favorite and least favorite lakes in Virginia.

[@tomchalupsky5199]

Wow there is a lot bundled into this topic.

[@arturomoreno4911]

First let me say: love you channel!! I have a stupid question. I fish from the bank and starting 2021 wade fishing ( freshwater). I cast to around 8ft and retrieve back to me standing at about 3 feet , dirty dirty dirty water. I have used crankbaits spinnerbaits, finspin Question: I don’t often get hit on vibration lures; but on I go to a drop shot on a plastic boom I get hits and catches. Why is this? Could it be water temperature? I live south texas and it’s get crazy hot; could this be a reason vibration doesn’t work? Thank u

[@davidzellers3537]

Randy can you explain how barometric pressure affects fish?

[@chrisezzyk1632]

Thanks Randy! Awesome info🙌

[@donaldmey2094]

Thanks again Randy good stuff

[@iraregister7589]

Anybody wanting a good lesson on water clarity watch BPT's recent tournament on lake Travis. There were a ton of fish on the lower end of the lake with super clear water, visibility greater than 6 feet. Most of the anglers were finesse fishing marinas in the clear water with small swim baits and wacky rigs. As the tournament progresses, Jacob Wheeler found some slightly stained water where he could catch some big ones on a chatterbait under docks, and he won the tournament.

[@335elkhunter]

Please dig into this A LOT more.

[@k2irvin]

Great info and explanation! Just found your channel... From the same area! Keep up the good work!

[@soggy7142]

River fishing tips! That would be awesome!

[@mjheggie2]

Want to hear more on these topics!!

[@bhmsupra]

Thanks Randy