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Help!! Been out twice since returning from Texas with no luck so far. Water temp 45-47. What should I try for lures, depth, Ect.?

Thanks,

GO BIG RED

were fishin anything from worms,lizards,jigs,an cranks in water from 1-5 feet,same temps

i would say deeper than 1-5 depending on water clarity, and the weather.  On a day with a lot of sun, head to the shallows because they warm quicker.  I have to say that my weapon of choice would probably be a jig with a trailer of a matching color.  

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Suggestion to consider:

If you see the bass suspended off the bank, consider throwing a suspended jerkbait over or through them at or above their depth.

They may be suspended 5 to 8 feet in 10 to 15 feet of water so consider throwing a suspended jerkbait around 4 to 6 feet.

They may come up and hit it out of aggravation.

Check out your sonar to pinpoint where and how deep they are suspending.

When the sun comes out and warms the water you could always consider the Rat-L-Trap, spinnerbait (color depending on water clarity and two gold Colorado blades) or jig and pig thrown from the shoreline and back to the boat.

Let us know how you do and also try some of the ther suggestions the guys will give you.

If the water is fairly clear try swimming a 4" grub close to bottom . Colour to match the baitfish in the body if water; pearl works for me most of the time, on a chartreuse head(1/4 oz)

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