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Crappie Basics
Crappie Basics #177 Slow and Light
Russ Bailey, host of BrushPile Fishing TV show says winter is a time for
some finesse.
“Downsizing is something that you need to consider any time you’re not
getting many bites no matter where or what time of year. In cold water, the
fish are not as aggressive so a dropshot rig with a slow, vertical presentation
is the way to go especially for bigger fish. Move along with a bottom bounce
rig, or dropshot, but move really slow. Bump it on bottom then hold it for a
long period of time. Then, lift it up and set it back down. On a dropshot rig,
you can leave the bait on bottom or lift it up a little. The bites can be slow
light you can barely feel them, so a sensitive pole and line is important. It
gets better as the water keeps getting colder.
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