<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" ><generator uri="https://jekyllrb.com/" version="3.10.0">Jekyll</generator><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" /><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" /><updated>2026-02-25T13:00:36+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/feed.xml</id><title type="html">A Fishing Addiction</title><subtitle>A blog about my bass fishing addiction</subtitle><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name></author><entry><title type="html">Lure Color Selection Tips for Successful Bass Fishing</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/lure-color-selection-tips-for-successful-bass-fishing" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Lure Color Selection Tips for Successful Bass Fishing" /><published>2023-09-26T23:01:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-09-28T23:47:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/lure-color-selection-tips-for-successful-bass-fishing</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="bass-fishing" /><category term="lure-colors" /><category term="fishing-tips" /><category term="lure-selection" /><category term="bass-behavior" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Unlock the secrets of bass fishing success with our guide on choosing the perfect lure colors. Learn how different hues attract bass in various conditions and take your fishing game to the next level.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/lure-color-selection-tips-for-successful-bass-fishing/hard-plastic-lures-of-different-colors-800x800.jpg" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/lure-color-selection-tips-for-successful-bass-fishing/hard-plastic-lures-of-different-colors-800x800.jpg" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Best Jigs for Bass Fishing in 2023</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/best-jigs-for-bass-fishing" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Best Jigs for Bass Fishing in 2023" /><published>2023-09-07T12:03:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-09-29T11:56:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/best-jigs-for-bass-fishing</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="bass" /><category term="best jigs" /><category term="baits" /><category term="lures" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Discover the ultimate guide to bass fishing jigs! From flipping and skipping to swimming and trailers, explore top-notch jigs and trailers hand-picked from popular brands.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-jigs-for-bass-fishing/skipping-jig.webp" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-jigs-for-bass-fishing/skipping-jig.webp" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Best Crankbaits for Bass Fishing at Cabela’s in 2023</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/best-crankbaits-for-bass-fishing" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Best Crankbaits for Bass Fishing at Cabela’s in 2023" /><published>2023-08-22T12:18:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-09-29T13:14:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/best-crankbaits-for-bass-fishing</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="bass" /><category term="best" /><category term="crankbaits" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[In this article, we'll dive into the world of crankbaits, exploring various types, like squarebill, lipless, shallow, and deep crankbaits, highlighting their strengths for catching bass.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-crankbaits-for-bass-fishing/pexels-bruce-mclean-9825425-800x1200.webp" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-crankbaits-for-bass-fishing/pexels-bruce-mclean-9825425-800x1200.webp" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Best Soft Plastic Baits for Bass Fishing at Cabela’s</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/best-soft-plastic-baits-for-bass-fishing" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Best Soft Plastic Baits for Bass Fishing at Cabela’s" /><published>2023-07-05T12:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-09-29T20:17:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/best-soft-plastic-baits-for-bass-fishing</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="bass" /><category term="best" /><category term="baits" /><category term="soft plastics" /><category term="worms" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[In this article, we'll dive into the world of soft plastics and discover the best rated plastic baits for bass fishing, highlighting some of their characteristics, strengths and weaknesses.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-soft-plastic-baits-for-bass-fishing/a-pile-of-plastic-fishing-bait-800x534.webp" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-soft-plastic-baits-for-bass-fishing/a-pile-of-plastic-fishing-bait-800x534.webp" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Reeling in the Big One: The Best Time to Go Bass Fishing</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/best-time-to-go-bass-fishing" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Reeling in the Big One: The Best Time to Go Bass Fishing" /><published>2023-06-23T11:50:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-06-23T11:50:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/best-time-to-go-bass-fishing</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="bass" /><category term="best" /><category term="time" /><category term="tips" /><category term="weather" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[In this article, we'll break down everything you need to know about the best time to go bass fishing, including the different seasons and weather patterns that can impact your catch.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-time-to-go-bass-fishing/silhouette-of-man-holding-fishing-rod-during-sunset-12069878-800x599.webp" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-time-to-go-bass-fishing/silhouette-of-man-holding-fishing-rod-during-sunset-12069878-800x599.webp" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Best Topwater Lures for Bass Fishing in 2023 On Amazon</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/best-topwater-lures-for-bass-fishing" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Best Topwater Lures for Bass Fishing in 2023 On Amazon" /><published>2023-05-19T00:51:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-09-29T20:20:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/best-topwater-lures-for-bass-fishing</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="best products" /><category term="lures" /><category term="Amazon" /><category term="topwater" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Get ready to reel in the big one with our guide to the top-rated bass fishing lures on Amazon. From topwater frogs to buzzbaits to jerkbaits, we've got you covered with pros and cons and easy affiliate links.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-topwater-lures-for-bass-fishing/pexels-michal-dziekonski-4343735-800x533.webp" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/best-topwater-lures-for-bass-fishing/pexels-michal-dziekonski-4343735-800x533.webp" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Cracking the Code: Effective Fishing Lures for Heavily Pressured Bass</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/cracking-the-code-effective-fishing-lures-for-heavily-pressured-bass" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Cracking the Code: Effective Fishing Lures for Heavily Pressured Bass" /><published>2023-03-19T01:19:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-06-21T12:05:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/cracking-the-code-effective-fishing-lures-for-heavily-pressured-bass</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="tips" /><category term="lures" /><category term="seasons" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Learn how to catch more bass in heavily pressured lakes and reservoirs with these proven fishing lure tactics. From finesse techniques to topwater baits, our comprehensive guide has got you covered.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/cracking-the-code-effective-fishing-lures-for-heavily-pressured-bass/a_photo_of_a_river_bank_with_several_people_fishing__2528db0b-3930-48ec-ad83-ea92435f3e4f.png" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/cracking-the-code-effective-fishing-lures-for-heavily-pressured-bass/a_photo_of_a_river_bank_with_several_people_fishing__2528db0b-3930-48ec-ad83-ea92435f3e4f.png" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">How to Use a Baitcasting Reel</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/how-to-use-a-baitcasting-reel" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="How to Use a Baitcasting Reel" /><published>2023-01-14T00:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-06-21T12:05:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/how-to-use-a-baitcasting-reel</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="tips" /><category term="equipment" /><category term="baitcasting" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Baitcasting reels are particularly well-suited for bass fishing, but can be challenging to use. This article goes over how to use a baitcasting reel and things to consider when troubleshooting them.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">6+ Things to do to Prepare for the Fishing Season in 2023</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/6-things-to-do-in-the-fishing-off-season" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="6+ Things to do to Prepare for the Fishing Season in 2023" /><published>2021-03-05T00:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-06-21T12:05:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/6-things-to-do-in-the-fishing-offseason</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="tips" /><category term="off-season" /><category term="maintenance" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[If you're serious about bass fishing, set yourself up for success for the season with this curated list of activities you can do in the off-season.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/6-things-to-do-in-the-fishing-off-season/snow-covered-dock-and-lake-in-the-fishing-off-season.jpg" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/posts/6-things-to-do-in-the-fishing-off-season/snow-covered-dock-and-lake-in-the-fishing-off-season.jpg" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry><entry><title type="html">Fishbrain Mobile App Review</title><link href="https://afishingaddiction.com/reviews/fishbrain-mobile-app" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Fishbrain Mobile App Review" /><published>2020-12-29T00:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2023-09-13T11:22:00+00:00</updated><id>https://afishingaddiction.com/reviews/Fishbrain-mobile-app-review</id><author><name>Dan Schaefer</name><email>dan@afishingaddiction.com</email></author><category term="review" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Fishbrain is a personal fishing log, map, and forecasting tool. I will be reviewing the app, comparing both Basic (free) and Pro features.]]></summary><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/reviews/fishbrain-mobile-app/Fishbrain-loading-screen-cropped.webp" /><media:content medium="image" url="https://afishingaddiction.com/assets/img/reviews/fishbrain-mobile-app/Fishbrain-loading-screen-cropped.webp" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" /></entry></feed>