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What bait should i use for bass fishing in a large river?

I like to fish but im not sure what bait is best to use for bass. Whee i fish at is medium depth and the water is dark what should i use thanks!

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1. I would recommend a black Gary Yammamoto Swim Sinko Carolina rigged with a bullet weight, or if you mean live bait then any type of shad, large minnow, or even a worm might work. if there are plenty of leaches in this river then those would work fine to.

2. get some dark baits like a berkly power worm in black or black with red flake with a bullet weight and and texas rig it and your ready to go

3. i think how quick the waters flowing will make a difference what bait you use.if its a slow river with lots of trees in/near the water then for sure use the worms and senko's mentioned above.if its a litlle quicker on the flow i would use crankbaits and some spinnerbaits (heavier the better) in the brighter colors such as white and chartreuse.baits that will dive down in current are your best bets and as always live baits will almost always work the best.with live baits such as worms try to adjust the weight to let them kinda drift with the current for best results. tight lines,and smotth drags, brian