J Francho

Got the the same thing here in ROC! Let the dogs out, and there was a mini blizzard. Wonderful. Spring in WNY is so frustrating.

Same five baits I always use, unless I'm fishing deep for smallies. Covers everything from slop to deep ledges.

Here's what I use 90% of the time: Spinnerbaits Jigs T-Rigs Senko or Fluke Crankbait

My general rotation that works for waters I frequently fish is: Spinnerbait Texas Rig Plastic Jig Senko or Fluke Crankbait

Oh jeez, I'd be jonesing for anything fishing at that point!

Junk fishing just means rotating through baits and cover each cast. It's the opposite of pattern fishing.

Pretty simple answer: I wouldn't. 6# for spinning, 15# for baitcasting, if I had to pick one. Let's face it, the world isn't ending, and there's plenty of sizes available, so use what fits your fancy. This feels like a mid January topic.

Well, you done good!

How old is the reel?

That's a funny looking bass. ? Must have been pretty fun on that ultralight setup! Here's the multi-species thread:

This, very much so, especially the wind. It causes the water to mix, and can move warmer off shore, or concentrate it on shore. Erie temp off shore today, according to USGS is 35. Lake Ontario is 38. Prespawn and spawn are a ways off. Usually happens around mid/late May through late June. I've seen them spawn as late as mid July.

We had a newfy that we shaved every summer. It definitely made the heat more comfortable for him.

And I'm thinking about fish I've caught that are over six, not dinks. There's a couple I can cast bank to bank. Most are about twice that. I rarely cast out to the center anyway. I've caught so many over six from some small waters, that I have to disagree it's ALL about depth. There's other factors at play. A pond that typically produces runts has some mitigating circumstances as well.

I don't downsize. In fact, ponds are where I throw some of my largest baits.

Naphtha works fine. I used it for years. Acetone is better. Someone here turned me on to it years ago.

They are mostly chemically sharpened.

We're not even close to spawn, let alone ruining it. Just fish.

Use beautician grade acetone if you want the least amount of residue.

You probably just need to knock the rust off your casting technique. Happens every spring for me.

If it's your first time using braid, I would not go below 50#. Otherwise, it looks like a decent set up.

Dude looks like he lost a bet.

Sarcasm? Lol, I haven't even opened that can up. There's a reason what you are looking for doesn't exist - no demand. If you are looking to keep anything cold, RTIC or Yeti are your best options. If you're looking for a tackle stiarage with rod holders and bait storage, take a look at Plano. Good luck, rook.

On ep. 5 of season 3. Awesome show! Pretty cool @geo g!!

Awe man, I hope she feels better soon. It's a terrible time for this. My queen's mom went in for cancer surgery last week. Everything seems fine, but it's a nail biter when you're in the middle of it.

Throw your big bass back, and there are a myriad of backpack options that will work. If you want to eat fish, get some tilapia fillets at the market.