What kinds of lures are used in bait casting?

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Bass fishing in Charles county, Md. — fishing The most popular gamefish in the United States is the largemouth bass, and boats are specially designed for bass fishing.

Bait casting utilizes a variety of artificial lures designed to imitate a fish's natural prey. These include:

General Artificial Lures: Pieces of metal or painted plastic crafted to mimic the appearance of prey.
Metal Spoons: Specialized metal lures that create a specific motion in the water.
Spinners: Rotating lures used to attract fish through movement and flash.

While bait casting originally relied on live minnows, modern practice focuses on these artificial options, which typically range in weight from 1.8 to 28 grams (1/16 to 1 ounce) or more. Because bait-casting tackle is designed to handle heavier lines, it is specifically suited for use with these heavier lures compared to the lighter tackle used in spinning.1