The slender profile resembles a shad, and the shimmy of the stick bait as it falls ... For a deep dive on the wacky rig, check out this great video from my friend Flukemaster. How to Fish a Wacky Rig ...

The Alabama rig is one of the most controversial rigs in bass fishing. When anglers first started throwing ... you’ll see just how closely it resembles a school of shad, alewives, or shiners. While it ...

Stripers should be around the shad, but not all shad schools ... Cold days are better for doing tackle maintenance than fishing, Wenners said. Clean rod guides with vinegar, clean lures and ...