Got out again today to a different lake. Not new to the lake but first time using live scope there. Based on looking for them in winter mode, with the water only 53 degrees, I was on them shortly after hitting the water. Some all the way on the bottom, some suspended. Both groups would give chase, but no bites. Tried a few different things with no luck. Im feeling confident in reading the lake and using my sonar. Now I need to crack the nut on tackle and/or technique. Any tips from anyone about how to try new things or change set up systematically until you find what works?
April 21
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Hey tell me a little more about this lake. What’s the species? What kind of lake is it? What area of the country? What about the stage you’re in for the spawn and spring fishing so far?
April 22
Thanks, Brian. I'm up in Michigan. We have lots of species in these lakes, including largemouth, small mouth, pike, walleye, bluegill, and perch. Some lakes have rock bass, white bass, and catfish. So it's very possible I think I'm looking at bass on the live scope but it might be something else. I'm not picky but I'm not consistently catching anything. I keep waiting for spring fishing. Warming up slowly but so far they're not yet behaving like spring fish. When they move up I'll be ready with Shaky heads and Carolina rigs and jerk baits and crank baits. For now using heavier jigs and lipless baits that can sink deep somewhat quickly. Experimenting with retrieve and trailers but still figuring it out