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@Catt hard for me to believe how much your post explains since the few spots I found them in the dog days they were on ledges near flats about halfway in between the shore and the creek to river intersection. There is also deeper water in both directions.This is still a big area since many creeks on Eufaula cross the width of the lake to reach the river channel. Thank you

They still gotta eat. Idk how good it will be just fish slow and you will find out

I got my answer. Tom says Water temps 55 and below move the bass into winter areas. And I was given a general idea of what a winter area might be, thanks to Catt having a little knowledge of my home lake I have a more specific answer than most could give These are the questions I asked but the bigger questions I have can only be answered by me spending time on the water

Thank you both

of course I understand this but I'm not trying to track a resident creek bass, he's in the creek lol. I want to know how my main lake fish move in and out(The ones that do) and if they don't ever leave the main lake then I want to know where they do go cuz right now I'm have a hard time finding any schools on main lake.

I know it sounds like I'm tip toeing around with my questions but I'm trying to learn what your always teaching. "Follow the break lines" Ive found a few holding areas so now I'm trying to figure out there course from one place to another. Having a hard time but mainly because I wanna know now and it seems it will take a few seasons to fully understand. @Catt

you are correct about why they go into the creeks and your answer makes sense. normally the water stays muddy year round on this lake so ive never noticed but with the drought going on it is pretty clear right now. I will pay closer attention and see if i can tell a difference throughout the rest of this year Based on these two responses My question of "How do Summer and Winter spots differ?" The answer is they pretty much use the same ones

Well you know the lake I'm talking about. (Lake Eufaula) I understand what you mean but I'm really just asking a general question since at this point I don't understand enough to ask a specific one. Assuming the bass moved from the main lake into a creek following the shad in fall.(I know some have moved off a ledge on main lake and I assume they followed shad into the closest feeder creek) When or what water temps would they start to leave these creeks for winter holding areas? (If the creek isn't the winter spot) What are the characteristics of a winter hole? Any more info you need ill gladly provide

He's plays the part well enough, but I can't wait till Rick kills him

I'm still trying to unlock the seasonal patterns on my local lake and figured yall could help with some general info. I realize none of the questions will have a definite answer. In the southeast at what water temps would bass start to leave the creeks and head toward winter homes? How do summer and winter spots differ or do they use the same areas for both? If not, what kind of area do you look for to hold bass in winter?

Same here. Amber is my favorite but when the sun is high green shows best

Got a question for those of you who are members of small bass clubs. There are a few small clubs in my area that hold tournaments and while I don't feel ready to tourney fish nor could I make all the events due to work schedule, but I would like to semi join the club. Mainly to meet other local guys who fish as much as I do and learn while building some friendships. Is this something that happens? Or is it all about competition? I wouldn't mind participating in any way whether its as a co angler or just practices. Just curious how you would respond if someone like me came to your local club asking these questions. Thanks

Had this happen to me before too. I just refreshed and clicked like again and never got message. Don't know why

if I ever catch a monster and cant weigh it im not guna ask any of yall lol. My guess is around 7lbs

I don't see any benefit from having a snap on a spinnerbait. crankbait maybe but not a spinner

If it sounds to good to be true it probably is. I would be very skeptical and wouldn't drive that far without a lengthy conversation on the phone to feel the guy out.

The rig is the Alabama rig or umbrella rig. Idk what the vault is

No love for the trailer bearings? Don't forget about them

I have a helix 5 with the regular transducer and I can see plenty. I have found numerous brushpiles and on the river I can see the deeper laydowns and can make out individual branches even with the small 5in screen. it does not work great in less than about 8ft of water but I am very happy. what kind of settings are you running?

I agree with Catt. If your hunting hogs with a bow always carry a handgun for emergency. They are much more dangerous than most people know, just Google hog dog injuries.

Check out strike king swinging swim jig. No weed guard, rig the plastic weedless and it comes through almost anything. Also has a different action.

1/4 works pretty good for me. Right now I'm using it just like a jig, which is basically all it is without a skirt

The plastics I used this year are nothing new but I just started using the spike it dye markers this year and idk if its made a huge improvement but I can make my regular baits look way better and it has boosted my confidence in them even more since they are more specific. Everyone should try them if they haven't already

Just based on the conditions and what I noticed I believe Paul has it right in that it is just a perfect nursery habitat. This is something I will continue to check in the next few seasons to see if it continues. Just to clarify I didn't say anything about a spawn happening now I was just thinking that this is a spawning cove and these smaller bass haven't left since spring. Just a guess. Thanks for all the responses

I agree. I had been limiting myself with only using trick worms on the shaky head. But anything you would Texas rig would work and that's pretty much how I'm using it now since I feel so much more than with a sliding t-rig.