Winter 2018
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lures & scenarios for
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inter brings a different angler to the table; the
most dedicated remain vigilant as the average
air temperatures drop and inclement weather smashes its way through the West Coast. While our
smallmouth and largemouth feeding windows narrow,
big fish can still be caught by implementing a slow and
successful strategy. Armed with the right tackle, winter
bass fishing can be a very rewarding experience.
Story & Photos
by Dan Rice
patterns, your success will be limited. Techniques such as blade baits, underspins, tubes, jigs and smaller plastics are all phenomenal winter baits, but none of them will catch fish if you continue a spring or summer tempo.
MENTAL PREP
Ask any angler about fishing slow and you will often hear, “I just can’t do it”.
Mentally preparing yourself for this strategy is first and foremost. It is crucial because if you fall back to old
Beyond your retrieve strategy, you must also be prepared for the weather. Cold winds and frigid water can be disastrous if you aren’t properly layered, so be sure to keep extra clothes in the boat along with winter hats, gloves and rain gear to stay dry.
Concentration is vastly important in detecting bites, so
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