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is shootin’ for the shallow bass
hen i’m going shallow, i’m looking at structure, weather patterns and times of year,” said 2-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier Greg Gutierrez. “i want areas that heat up the quickest, that have emergent growth and low water levels. i check tule patches, little pockets and backs of creeks. i want to find active fish that are feeding in these areas. it is a great way to find the big ones.” The B.a.S.S. champion shared some of the specifics he keeps in mind when he’s goin’ shallow. Big bass can make themselves at home in less than 3-feet of water and this is the depth that Gutierrez said he had in mind when he is talking “shallow”. “i don’t call it shallow until i have to raise the motor,” said Gutierrez also known as double G.