Winter smallmouth in lakes
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Bilgewater
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Winter smallmouth in lakes
Has anyone been catching smallmouth this winter in western Washington lakes? What's your opinion about trying American Lake for them in March?
Re: Winter smallmouth in lakes
Never been there, but I'm sure they'll bite if you can find them. Look for rock.
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fishingmachine
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Re: Winter smallmouth in lakes
Ive been catching em since the start of the new year on both Washington and Sammamish. Look for deep water breaks in 30-60ft deep with hard bottom or like kzoo said rock. 3/4-1oz football heads with your favorite plastic on the back. I prefer a sweet beaver. Also a dropshot with a 6"-5' leader. The most popular technique this time of year is dragging basically using ur trolling motor to troll along the bottom super slow. Make sure you learn how to properly fizz a fish if you plan on putting it in your livewell. This time of year is a great time for a true giant.