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Gives advice on how to successfully bottom-bump fish for bass. Worms, impressionistic crawlers and leadhead jigs can be used, and the fishing requires patience and concentration. Types of bait; Different seasons; Water.

Suggests using light tackle and small bait to catch bass under bright autumn conditions with clear water. Spinning tackle; Level-wind tackle; Fly fishing; Bass bugging.

Suggests techniques for bass fishing on a clear day. Potential setbacks and ways to avoid them.

There are good reasons to overcome your dislike of fishing muddy water. Excellent bass populations exist in a muddy lake and a fisherman who learns to fish muddy water can do very well -- and without much competition.

History of fast-lane fishing for largemouth bass. Fast fishing means stepping up the tempo of the normal retrieve with the use of lures. Bass behavior is analyzed with relation to water temperature and metabolism. Using the stop-and-go technique in areas of poor visibility.

Examines the abundance of bass generally available in reservoirs within the 8-to-12 foot `comfort zone' depths. Catch-depth information; Why 8-12 foot depth is best; Shallow water population; fishing strategy.

Discusses the value of cloud cover when fishing for bass in hot weather. Early- and late-day feeding periods in cloudy weather; Cooling effect; Wind; Reduced visibility for the bass.

Explains how to fish for bass on large lakes or reservoirs. Author's experiences fishing on the Toledo Bend Reservoir on the Texas/Louisiana border; `Confidence water' (how to select a small, familiar area to fish); Advice from professional tournament fisherman Rick Rule and other expert bass fishermen.