Best Lure for Bass in Clear Water ( Summer, Long Cast)

When the sun’s high, the water’s crystal clear, and the bass are holding back — sometimes 40+ metres out — you need a lure that casts like a missile without making a racket when it lands.

🎯 Recommended Lure Type:

Metal jig or slim sinking pencil (natural colour)

Why it Works in These Conditions:

  • Long-distance casting without splashy impact
  • Natural flash mimics sandeels and small fry
  • Works well with a lift-and-fall or fast dart retrieve
  • Perfect for calm seas and shy bass that won’t come close

💷 Best Lures by Budget:

  • £ – Budget Option
    HTO Shore Jig
    Cheap, slim, aerodynamic — just lob it far and let the rod do the work.
  • ££ – Mid‑Range Option
    Seaspin Mommotti 115
    Great for walk-the-dog underwater and subtle hop retrieves in clear conditions.
  • £££ – Premium Option
    DUO Drag Metal Cast
    Top-tier Japanese precision lures with subtle fall rates and razor-sharp finishes for crystal clear water.