Winter is when trophy hunters shine. Across the country, more monster largemouth are caught in cold water than any other time of year. When water temps plunge into the 40s, bass fishing becomes a game of patience and precision—but the payoff can be the fish of a lifetime.
I’ve narrowed down the three most productive cold-water baits that consistently produce big bites when the bite gets tough. These aren’t trendy lures or gimmicks—they’re proven weapons that belong in every serious bass angler’s winter arsenal.
Early Fall Bass Fishing – Perry Lake Game Plan This weekend’s tournament takes place about 20 miles north of Topeka, Kansas, on Perry Lake. It’s only my second time on this lake—the first was last weekend when I spent about four hours scouting. Right now, Perry is 4 feet above normal pool due to downstream flooding.
Conditions & Strategy The water has been high for a while, and there are no plans to release it soon.
Underspin. Here’s a better look. Turns out I was ahead of the curve on this one.
Casey Ashley won the Bassmaster Classic on a very similar bait.
underspin: here’s a better look
