"mike" wrote in message
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I live in Bradenton Fl the water is in the 50's what do I do to catch
bass? I know their metabolism slows down dramticaly when the water
gets cold. Should I wait for the water to warm up? Fish for other
species of fish? Even fishing in the bay for spotted sea trout and
red fish is bad because of the cold water. This pond is a big circle.
The deepest parts of it are about 12 feet deep. On my hummingbird
smartcast fish finder I mark fish down the shoreline maybe ten feet
out. What lures and patterns should I fish to catch them.

If you're fishing cold front conditions, here's some suggestions.

First of all, think of downsizing your baits. If you typically throw 1/2
oz. spinnerbaits, try 1/4 oz. and slow roll them, just so the blades are
just spinning. Throw it, let it fall and slooooowly retrieve it.

Other things to think of are soft plastic jerk baits, no larger than the 5"
models. Toss that out, again, let it fall, but watch the line. You might
get bit as the bait falls

Another option is dropshotting. If you know where the fish are located, you
can keep a bait in their face until they strike it.

Just remember that with the colder temperatures, a bass isn't going to give
you a jarring strike or chase a fast moving lure. You might be able to
trigger a reaction strike, so baits like Rattle-Traps or compact spinners
might work as well.

If that doesn't work, cheer up, at least your air temperatures are on the
plus side of zero and you can cast a bait to hit open water.
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Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
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G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
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