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Post by fishwrench on Sept 26, 2007 17:35:06 GMT -6
Excel Bass Members - Splash Water Sport News needs your help. Last November - November 23rd as a matter of fact - I was able to get out fishing. There was a little ice on the water, but only up by shore, and not thick enough to stop a boat or a stubborn jig. The problem was, the fish wanted nothing to with my jig. In fact, they wanted nothing to do with my jig, my crankbait, my spinner bait, my tube, my rattle trap, or the tackle box I later threw into the lake. I couldn't get anything going. And remember, I am the master of catching 12" bass. Should I have the chance to get out on November 23rd again, I'd like to know how to catch a fish. I'd also like to share that information with 40,000 readers in Minnesota. Have ideas on where and how to find them? Let me know; the best ideas will make the November issues. The grand-daddy of them all will have their name (and/or business should you choose) mentioned in the magazine! Thanks, Bob
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Post by Bill M. on Sept 26, 2007 20:08:04 GMT -6
I'd look forward to reading that. I was out early November and the same thing happened to me, although it was a bit warmer out than when you were out. Two days in a row I didn't catch but two bass between those 2 days. Guessing you have to fish ridiculously slow.
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Post by Hoots on Sept 27, 2007 7:40:52 GMT -6
....best place to find fish in November.........
......Moreys.
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Post by 1hawghunter1952 on Sept 27, 2007 8:19:51 GMT -6
When fishing COLD water you have to fish slow. (real slow) I would try a jerk bait or a baby minus 1. With the jerk bait, let it sit for a long time before moving it again. By a long time I mean 30 to 45 seconds. Small twitches ( one ot two) and let it sit some more. A jerk shad work this way also works. Do forget to try a drop shot rig. Bass are moving real slow when the water gets cold. You have to put a bait in front of them as they will not chase down a lure. They are conserving energy so are looking for an easy meal. Good luck. The bass are there, you just have to make them bite. Arnie
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Post by bp7135 (bob) on Sept 27, 2007 20:35:15 GMT -6
I agree with slow...also it could be super shallow and most likely relating to wood. If I had one bait to use it would be a spinner bait, however, not throwing it the way you may have...most of the presentations you mentioned related to speed. Flutter and drag your way to a bag of 13" fish.
Bob
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Post by fishwrench on Oct 15, 2007 21:21:06 GMT -6
Thank you, gentlemen. I appreciate the help. Now, my undestanding is that Splash Water Sport News is getting behind in its production schedule. Until caught up, I'll be posting this info at www.fishwrench.com. As soon as we go to print, it will hit the next issue. Thanks for the info, Arnie and Bob. Shoot me a note and let me know if you want mention in the magazine along with any club/organization you may belong too. I can also add a tag of 'Excel Bass tournament fisherman' if you don't have an organiziation you'd like to mention. Bob - any more detail on why you think wood is good (rhyme intended) come winter time? Thanks again! Bob
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Post by bp7135 (bob) on Oct 23, 2007 19:22:20 GMT -6
Bob, Just catching up on posts, sorry for the delay. My main thought on wood and the fall...hmmm. It may be as easy as no weeds, darker in color and absorbing heat. Since bass like to stalk, they may actually think they are hiding too. Tested some things out lately...I would also suggest to imitate minnows, using shades of white, especially during a light bite.
I would be fine with an association to Excel Bass.
Bob
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Post by 1hawghunter1952 on Oct 24, 2007 8:30:55 GMT -6
Bob, I agree that shallow water is a good bet for late fall bass fishing. Rocks, wood and the back of creek channels are all areas that will warm up and attract bass. This is generally later in the day though. Early in the day your best bet would be deep water breaklines or main lake points. You may have to fish 15 to 30 feet of water, again with a SLOW presentation. Try dragging a jig or texas rigger worm. Cast out and let it settle on the bottom. Then drag it about 2 inches and let it sit again. A drop shot rig will also work. The key is that a bass's metabolism has slowed down to conserve energy. They are not going to chase after a meal this time of year. They are looking for an easy meal. FYI I am a member of the Northern Minnesota Guides League (bass guide) and a tournament bass angler. Hope this helps you out. Arnie Nichols
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Post by fishwrench on Nov 9, 2007 9:11:27 GMT -6
OK, you're going to be famous...er, maybe your name will just be in front of 10 active Fishwrench readers for awhile. I've posted your article at www.fishwrench.com. In the next month or two it will appear in Splash Water Sport news, reaching 79,800 readers! Thanks for the info guys. I enjoyed writing this article. Let's do this again.
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