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By Steve Melan ® der
with Professional Fishing Guide
Ryan Cook of RC Fishing
or many kayak bass anglers, the thought of fishing
in the winter does not inspire confidence. Colder
weather, lower water temps and less active fish does not sound like much fun. However, if you know to
He spends the majority of his time fishing in big boats but has a fair amount of experience in the kayak and understands the benefits and the limitations.
He emphasized the importance of keeping it simple
prepare, where to find them and how to catch them it can be when fishing from the kayak and focusing on maximizing
some of the best fishing of the year.
fishing time and limiting travel time for best results.
To break it down, I met up with full-time professional
“When you are fishing from a kayak, focus on high
fishing guide Ryan Cook of RC Fishing. Cook spends over
percentage areas such as main lake points, island tops, steep
250 days a year on the water guiding clients and fishing the bluff walls and creek channels,” stated Cook. “Keep your bait
occasional tournament throughout all seasons and in all
selections simple and keep your line in the water as much as
conditions in Northern California.
possible.”
Wintertime fishing on the Motherlode
In the spirt of keeping things simple, he limited the baits
reservoirs is some of his
to five selections that can be handled with just 3 rod and reel
favorite fishing. setups.
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