In this video, Forrest Leitch explains why choosing the right catfish bait makes a major difference, especially when targeting bigger fish. While catfish will eat almost anything, Leitch focuses on a more consistent option — goldeye — and shows how to both catch and prepare them for effective bait.

Introduced at ICAST 2025, this collaboration between Strike King and Tater Hog is an affordable adaptation of Hog’s classic custom bait, the Hog Father.

In clear water conditions, small details often make the biggest difference. That’s exactly where scent can play a key role. In this video, David Walker explains how scent impacts bass behavior, especially when fish get a long look at your bait in cold, clear water.