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Largemouth BassTechniqueWacky RigsSeasonSummerStructureLily Padsfish were holding right on the edge of pads and grass
- SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueMedium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12')SeasonSummerStructureBrush Piles
Fish are getting into full summer mode. Most fish have moved or are moving offshore. Caught a lot of fish cranking 8-12' of water. Also caught some nice fish dragging a Carolina rig on hard bottom.
SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueTexas Rigs (Worming)SeasonSummerStructureBrush PilesFull summer pattern fish are holding deep. Hot water.
- SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueSoft JerkbaitsSeasonSpring (Spawn)StructureMatted Grass
Work flukes on top of grass piles let fall in open spots work through cover as a faster alternative to pitching. Areas with shade specifically the most shade are usually the best.
- SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueTexas Rigs (Pitch/Flip)SeasonSpring (Post-Spawn)StructureMatted Grass
The bass seemed to be set up on drop-offs (postspawn). We could not get them to bite, so we headed to the bank. Once we found healthy vegetation, we found the fish! Pulled out the flipping rod, and within 10 flips, I had 2 bass over 2lbs each.
SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueCarolina RigsSeasonSummerStructurePointsDragging Carolina rigs and cranking underwater points. Fish are relating to shad and bluegills. The water is hot but the fish are biting!
- SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueCarolina RigsSeasonSummerStructurePoints
Fish are in full summer mode. Fish are holding to contours sitting around shad. Fish move up on to points to chase bait. Carolina rig with worm has been catching most fish.
SpeciesLargemouth BassTechniqueDeep Diving Crankbaits (13'+)SeasonSummerStructureBaitfishThe water is HOT! Surface temps are 89-92 degrees depending on time of day and location. Fish are lethargic but catching some. Burning crankbaits and dragging Carolina rigs slow around baitfish have been the best.
