Fishing the DMV
Fishing the DMV Podcast is a leading bass fishing podcast delivering the most up-to-date fishing reports, bass fishing tips, bass fishing techniques, and tournament bass fishing strategies for anglers across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Covering Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., and North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, this podcast is your go-to source for largemouth bass fishing, smallmouth bass fishing, tidal river fishing, lakes or the Chesapeake Bay we are the go to source for all things fishing in the area.
Hosted by Thomas Arens, Fishing the DMV features expert interviews with professional anglers, fishing guides, tournament anglers, fisheries biologists, and fishing industry experts, breaking down bass fishing patterns, seasonal fishing strategies, pre-spawn fishing, spawn fishing, post-spawn fishing, summer bass fishing, fall bass fishing, and winter bass fishing. Every episode is packed with actionable advice on best bass fishing lures, fishing tackle, rod and reel setups, bass fishing gear, sonar and fish finders, forward-facing sonar, electronics, kayak fishing, bank fishing, and offshore fishing techniques.
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432 | Megabass Jerkbaits You NEED!!! The 2025 Megabass Christmas Buyer’s Guide
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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Lin Bell, owner of Fishing Pro Tech and one of the earliest pioneers responsible for bringing Japanese lures into the U.S. bass-fishing scene. Today, we dive deep into the rise of Megabass, how Japanese lure design revolutionized American bass fishing, and which jerkbaits, BFS baits, and finesse fishing lures you must have in your tackle box.
Lin breaks down decades of innovation—from the first time Japanese baits hit American waters to today’s cutting-edge Megabass jerkbait lineup dominating tournaments and pressured fisheries. We cover everything from lure action, color selection, casting performance, water-temperature triggers, cold-water patterns, gear recommendations, and how to choose the right jerkbait to catch bigger and smarter bass.
Featured Megabass Buyer’s Guide
We take a detailed look at the most influential Megabass jerkbaits on the market and why they consistently outperform in both clear-water finesse situations and aggressive reaction-bite scenarios:
Whether you're a weekend angler, a tournament fisherman, or a die-hard tackle enthusiast, this episode is packed with bass fishing tips, gear reviews, Megabass lure breakdowns, BFS fishing insights, and a complete Megabass Buyer’s Guide to help you catch more fish.
Strap in—this is your shortcut to fishing Megabass like the pros.
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