Howdy Brian. I agree with you that the largemouth tend to school more in the summer and winter, leaving more lakes unpopulated. I joined this school with the desire to become more consistent. I have caught bass over 10 lbs. I’ve caught 30 and 35 lb bags in a day. But I zero way more than I like. If I had to guess, I would think it’s as high as 70% of the time. I’ve tried staying in the area and trying to figure it out. I’ve also tried hitting a number of different spots in a day and making a few casts then moving to the next. I also fish where there is at least bait and some structure (usually a presence of birds) deep and shallow. Granted, I’m on a pretty tough reservoir. But I know I can do better. I am convinced I am fishing where they are not. I don’t even see many bass on forward-facing but usually tons of bait. I have all the latest electronics. Maybe I should be using side imaging and 2D more. Any suggestions?
My son and I fished together on Saturday. The temp was up and the bass were very active. We caught so many that we lost count, sometimes they were snatching the bait the second it hit the water. We were using plastic worms again and also tried a couple of plastic swim bait. They hit all the plastics! Anything slow retrieve was good to go. I’m learning more about what the bass are eating and how plentiful the food source is in this particular lake. I know that the bass can only grow based on the food source. I think I have my son hooked on fishing for bass! He might be one of my new partners!
⏰Hey SUFam! Don't forget the roundtable is 7PM Wednesday 12/31/2025 this week. The topic is 'New Years Evolution'. Be sure to be thinking about your 2026 goals. We're going to record these and revisit them at the end of the year! See you all soon!
I like the spinning rod B Lat it’s has very good suspension 😁 I have yet to catch one on the 7’2 bait caster but when I do I’ll let you know know how I like it.
2025 RECAP:
This year I learned a lot. I stepped outside of my comfort zone a lot of times. I finally got those jitters and nervousness to calm, when driving to the ramp of a new lake. Thank you God for allowing me to progressed. I have been bass fishing for 5 years now and boating for two. I have become so much better at driving and positioning my boat this year. I’ve fished 9 tournaments this year and 4th place is my best. I’m coming for some checks next year, believe that!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
One of the highlight catches from 2025.
- I was honestly dejected. I only had 10lbs the first day and day 2 was SUCKING. I got 1 bite and my whole season changed in about 15 secs.
$8,000 fish right here.
You guys want a great way to keep up with all your catches, and try to catch 2026 bass, any length, and win badges/stickers along the way, and a kayak cushion if you catch 2,026 of em? Just for $10..! Check out Marty Hughes/Kayakjack tournament..
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Merry Christmas SUF Family! Sorry I’m late I’ve been sick unfortunately. Hope everyone has had a great Christmas!
Here’s the slide show from the live class from today. The full class will be up inside the app in about 30 mins.