Andrew Ragas splits time between the Chicago area and Wisconsin's Northwoods. Based in Minocqua, WI, he specializes in trophy bass fishing and offers guided trips from May thru October. While big bass is the passion, he dabbles in multi-species as well. He may be visited online at www.northwoodsbass.com
Saturday, 12 February 2022 / Published in Short Stories and Timely Tips

Swinging Head Tube Jigs

A swing head jig is ideal for presenting craw imitating plastics along hard bottom. In comparison to traditional jig head designs or tube jig inserts, they promote tail action, resistance to snagging, sound and vibration, better feel and detection of bottom, and higher hooking percentage.
Wednesday, 09 February 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

How to Tie the “RP Knot”

A buddy once showed me how to tie this knot in 2017, and it’s been my go-to for braid to fluoro / mono attachments ever since. I’ve also shown others in my boat how to tie it as well.
Monday, 31 January 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

St. Croix Victory Light Weight (VTS610MLXF)

  Andrew Ragas of Northwoods Bass Fishing Adventures, LLC – Minocqua, WI shares specifications and his applications of choice for the new St. Croix Victory (610MLXF) Light Weight spinning rod. This rod is uniquely capable of handling downsizers and finesse that includes a variety of soft plastics that are applicable for the smallmouth bass fishing
Friday, 14 January 2022 / Published in Fishing Reports

Northwoods Bass 2022 Fishing Itinerary

  While you could be preparing your 2022 fishing trip plans, it’s never too early to consider a fully guided bass fishing trip on the inland waters of Northern Wisconsin. Here is a complete itinerary of the type of fishing we could be doing during the 2022 fishing season!
Monday, 10 January 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

St. Croix Victory Custom Cranker (VTC72MHMF)

  Andrew Ragas of Northwoods Bass Fishing Adventures, LLC – Minocqua WI shares specifications and his applications for the new St. Croix Victory (72MHMF) Custom Cranker rod. This rod specifically handles a variety of downsized crankbaits ranging from squarebills to medium divers, applicable for smallmouth bass.
Wednesday, 05 January 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

Northwoods Bass 2022 Gear List

  With open water season somewhere between 3 to 5 months out depending upon ice-out in spring, and winter boredom exceedingly settling in, I wanted to compile a list of absolutely necessary essential products that help catch more fish and should be on your upcoming shopping lists.  These are all items we fish with often,
Friday, 19 November 2021 / Published in Fishing Reports

Northwoods Bass Fishing Report – End of Year 2021

Dear 2021, I sincerely hope a season like you never comes around again in the future. You gave me headache, heartache, anger and frustration. The bad days of fishing outnumbered the good. I should never come home from the lake feeling lost and helpless. There aren’t too many positives right now. First ice is now
Friday, 19 November 2021 / Published in Gear Reviews

Top Smallmouth Bass Baits of 2021

By Andrew Ragas At the end of every season, I reveal the secret baits that caught the most fish for customers and I. 2021 was an extraordinary season for its excessive angling pressure, challenging weather and conditions, and very difficult smallmouth fishing.