Nick3

Guys I need help... I would say I'm a little above an intermediate bass fisherman as I can catch fish on just about every single lake, except this one... I have literally tried everything on this lake to no avail. I am seriously lucky if I catch a couple tiny ones in a 6 hour period. I'm honestly frustrated to the max right now because I feel like I'm fishing the right places with the right baits. I am fishing points with crankbaits and jigs, fishing rip rap with the same stuff, in the morning I throw top water around docks but I'm not catching fish! I can provide more detail about the lake if you ask but if anyone can offer any advice that would be greatly appreciated! Oh and by the way, I do own a boat and have two brand new lowrance units on it.

Ponds can be very tricky at times because of how "open" they look but bass will relate to even the slightest amounts of cover. Start by working a search bait (spinners,cranks, etc..) and fan cast. If that doesn't produce, I would highly recommend switching to a soft jerkbait like a zoom fluke or a senko as those are great pond baits. You could also use a Texas rigged plastic but make sure you're using the lightest weight possible! Ponds are shallow so there is no need for anything over 1/4 oz unless it's extremely windy. If bass still aren't biting, try a shaky head or even a drop shot. These are both finesse type baits But I have caught many fish over 5 with both, especially shaky heads. Just keep fishing and good luck!