The Next Bite Season 17 Episode 11 Small Lakes: Huge Wisconsin Smallmouth

The Next Bite season 17 episode 11 titled "Small Lakes: Huge Wisconsin Smallmouth" takes you on a journey to Wisconsin where you will witness some of the biggest smallmouth bass being caught right out of small lakes. The episode features trophy smallmouth bass fishermen Keith Kavajecz and Chase Parsons, who are on a mission to catch the biggest smallmouth bass in the Wisconsin lakes.

Their first fishing spot is a small lake that is almost always bustling with activity. However, the challenge is that the smaller lakes often have different water temperatures and conditions compared to larger lakes which can make it difficult to catch fish. But Keith and Chase know the perfect fishing technique to catch them.

After scouting the lake, they decide to head out with crankbaits, a vey common tool for this type of fishing as it allows anglers to cover water they wouldn’t normally be able to reach, and they are likely to draw fish from deeper waters. But they soon find themselves struggling to catch smallmouth bass. This is when they introduce a new technique that they learned from local fisherperson Ron Barefield. Ron had been using a ‘Power Drop Shot’ technique that had been working well for him, so Keith and Chase decided to give this overlooked technique a try. And, oh my, it worked! What they didn't expect is that Power Drop Shot technique also attracts everything else in the lake.

They fish in different spots throughout the lake and catch some incredibly big smallmouth bass and other species of fish. They’ve also discovered that fishing the weed lines is an essential part of catching trophy smallmouth, so if you’re looking to catch big smallmouth, finding a good weed line is crucial.

The next lake offers up a change in scenery for the fishermen to catch some more big smallmouth bass. This time, they use a finesse fishing technique where they almost use very minimal movement and retrieve to lure the smallmouths into coming for their reactants. The challenge here again is that the lake has a lot of smallmouths, but the majority of them are shorter in length. So, Keith, Chase and the local fisherman they teamed up with for this trip, adjust their techniques to maximize their chances for catching bigger and trophy smallmouth bass more effectively.

In this episode, the hosts use their extensive fishing knowledge to guide viewers through the techniques and tools they used to get the job done. Viewers will find the insights shared invaluable, especially those who enjoy fishing for smallmouth bass in smaller lakes.

"Small Lakes: Huge Wisconsin Smallmouth" highlights the fact that size is not everything when it comes to fishing. With the right techniques and tools, smaller lakes can be bursting with life. This episode is great for fishing enthusiasts, especially those looking for tips and tricks to elevate their fishing game and increase the probability of catching bigger smallmouth bass. It is a must-watch episode that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.