berkley fishing cull shad PowerBait Saltwater CullShad tuned through decades of scientific research at Berkley Labs and then proven on the water to provide anglers with the best solution to help them catch fish in any environment. Berkley PowerBait Unrigged CullShad Swimbait

Sporting a delayed rod action for an increased hookup ratio when using treble hooked baits, the Delay Series Rods boast a soft tip to absorb shock from fish that are jumping and fighting near the boat, saving anglers from the unnecessary heartbreak of losing one that's so close

Whether you're a beginner just starting with basic setups or a veteran honing techniques for trophy catches, this transitional month offers prime opportunities

Here are some favorites, some with bargain price tags, and others that might push a beginners budget, but are worth the little bit extra

Its fish catching powers continued to carry-over into the spring spawning period, then into mid-summer, and early fall

In my boat, a jig and paddletail combination remains a simple and effective fish finder

This lets the fish grab the bait and swim for a little bit before the angler engages the main drag system to set the hook