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| Ghost_minnow
Minnow Username: Ghost_minnow Post Number: 94 Registered: 4-2008  Rating: N/A |
OK, So I'm 43 yrs old, and have yet to catch a double digit bass. I picked up a bass boat last year, Joined a local bass club, and have been throwing my arm off this year. I've caught some really nice bass, but have yet this year, OR for that matter, ever caught a 10 lb'er. So my question is. If I was to start my quest for a picture with a Hawg what would I do? If I understand what I'm reading Feb and March are historically good months. Is this true? If so, what lake should I be spending my time on? What pattern would I be wise to be spending my time with? Not looking for anyone's specific "Honey Hole". That would be like prying a $1 bill out of Picou's secret money stash!! LOL...... Just a general area/direction to start my search. Thanks ahead of time for the help. Shaun (Message edited by ghost minnow on December 16, 2008) I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:13 | ||||||||||||
| Redskeeter
Moderator Username: Redskeeter Post Number: 413 Registered: 8-2007  Rating: N/A |
Shaun, whatz your 20 ?? Where you live man ?? That might help by putting you on the best water near your home.. Creek channels mid cove with cover go big and go slow. Jigs or worms for Big Fish in cold water. The best place to look is where the big fish live in good numbers.. KBD Fishing | ||||||||||||
| Ghost_minnow
Minnow Username: Ghost_minnow Post Number: 97 Registered: 4-2008 Rating: N/A |
I live in Gainesville ( At Hwy 35 & Hwy 82 intersection). I was on lake Nocona last year and had a buddy get a bigg'un to the side of the boat. I think that lake has potential. But I've only been on it twice. Just not sure how many targets are out there in that lake? When it's cold do I still need to use a larger profile bait? I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:13 | ||||||||||||
| Redskeeter
Moderator Username: Redskeeter Post Number: 414 Registered: 8-2007 Rating: N/A |
Pound Ray Bob as much as possible. KBD Fishing | ||||||||||||
| Ozziefish
Lunker Username: Ozziefish Post Number: 1042 Registered: 8-2004  Rating: N/A |
If it matters GM I've been fishing Fork for years and have still haven't busted a 10 yet. I fish there 3 or 4 times a month for the last 3 years and the last two years I haven't landed one over the slot...I've caught many very close and many 8's but not a 10! You keep doing what RedSkeeter says and you'll get one!! I have a friend that caught a 10 this year from Ray Bob... (Message edited by ozziefish on December 17, 2008) OzzieFish "Glory to GOD in the Highest" | ||||||||||||
| Picou
Wall Hanger Username: Picou Post Number: 3311 Registered: 8-2004  Rating: N/A |
The quest for a 10+ is a lofty goal to say the least but not unattainable. I finally broke the mark in Aprl 2000 with an 11.36 and have only come close with 9+ fish twice since then -- both in February/March time frame. As has already been said, you have to fish where there are plenty of big fish. Close to your place is Ray Roberts and it has plenty of double digit bass in it to increase your chances of catching one. In the late winter/spring time these bigger fish move up shallower to spawn. It is rare that the really big fish will spawn in plain sight. Usually they are out just a little bit deeper -- 4 - 6 foot. My two largest bass have come on the split-shot lizard. The other came on a split-shot JDC Bait Gibroni. Of all the large fish I have lost over the years they were either on a jig or a texas rigged 10" worm fished deeper. There is a whole lot more to go with this topic but I cannot consistently put 10 pounders in the boat so I am probably not the best to give advice.  Thank you Lord for my family and the waters I get to fish
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| Ghost_minnow
Minnow Username: Ghost_minnow Post Number: 98 Registered: 4-2008 Rating: N/A |
Well heck,I didn't realize that I was setting such a high goal. I see that some of ya'll spend a lot of time on the lake.Probably more then I.Or I should say, I'm fishing a lake that doesn't historically produce monster bass ( Moss Lake)It's a 1,140-acre impoundment with a BB record in the 13+ pd range. It's about 6 miles from the house, and allows me to slip away for a few hours fishing after work 4 to 5 days of the week.It's a neat little lake, but I think it's just over fished!!! It has a Tuesday night Bass tournament with 20-30 boats fishing it for the last few years.  I think one of my major problems is that I'm not fishing where the large numbers of bigg'uns hang out. I bought a topo map last year of Ray Roberts. I think it was called Martins Map? It was a pretty good map, showing a lot of details. I guess Ray Roberts is about 10 miles from the house if I put in on the NW shore.I'll have to start driving a little farther, to get on RR more often to learn the lake. So it sounds like it would be good to wait until the spawn starts to get started? Do the larger bass hit more or less in the colder months compared to smaller bass? What temperature does it need to be before the Bass start moving up with loving on their mind? Man, I'm sorry for so many silly questions.I just would like to get on some larger bass then I did this year. Thanks again Shaun I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:13 | ||||||||||||
| Redskeeter
Moderator Username: Redskeeter Post Number: 415 Registered: 8-2007 Rating: N/A |
Roberts is not what it used to be, but it's coming back. Look in Wolf, Indian, Isle Dubois(sp),and Buck creeks for lots of timber and locate the creek channels. Right now focus about mid-to 3/4 ways back in these huge creeks and fish the edges of channel bends and odd features that come close to the channel focus on 6-15 foot. As the water warms into the 50-55 degree range the shallow water will start holding some bigger fish staging in "the flats" near the channel bends in the very backs of the creeks move up closer to the banks. Be very quiet and move with stealth, you don't always have to present a large bait to catch a big fish, a plain old TX rigged Black worm is very hard to beat on RayBob. Study the map and learn it so when you’re on the water you can interpret what’s beneath you. (very important) RayBob is the only Lake I've caught 3-overs in one day during competition, and still came in second.. I won a Tournament with a 10.4 lber the first event I ever fished there. It’s an amazing Lake, if you invest the time it takes to master it's secrets, you'll meet your goals and then some. I'm know expert, but if I can help further I'd be glad to mark a map up for you.. (Message edited by Redskeeter on December 17, 2008) KBD Fishing | ||||||||||||
| Charles
Moderator Username: Charles Post Number: 1162 Registered: 7-2004 Rating: N/A |
10lber is so yesterday, aim for a teenager  Sound advice givin so far. I'll add, buy some minnows and go crappie fishing. You'll catch a whooper! | ||||||||||||
| Ghost_minnow
Minnow Username: Ghost_minnow Post Number: 99 Registered: 4-2008 Rating: N/A |
Quote:10lber is so yesterday, aim for a teenager Yea, I've been told I'm a tad bit old fashion. LOL.......... Heck, The bass I've been catching have been wearing diapers Redskeeter- Thanks, Before I head up to RR the next time, I'll give you a shout first. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:13 | ||||||||||||
| Texfisher
Bass Username: Texfisher Post Number: 779 Registered: 8-2004  Rating: N/A |
Good luck. That's been my goal for the last 15 years of bass fishing. My biggest downfall is I get easily discouraged when I'm not getting bites and when targeting big fish the bites are few. I end up back in the shallower water or switch to smaller baits where the bite is more consistant. My bass club webpage http://texbass.8m.com/ 
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| Planoracer
Minnow Username: Planoracer Post Number: 14 Registered: 3-2007 Rating: N/A |
About 8 years ago I went with a friend who had hired guides for a number of years with one goal, to land a 10+ on Ray Roberts.We went during the week because at that time RR was getting pounded on the weekend.We launched at RR Marina and went directly to the end of the submerged road FM 1190 where it crosses the end of a point.It is the old FM 455 also. He was Carolina dragging a 6" watermellon/red lizzard and felt a monster bite.He got it in the boat and it weighed 10.2lb He reached his goal after 5 years of trying.It was caught in April. Hope this helps you. | ||||||||||||
| Ozziefish
Lunker Username: Ozziefish Post Number: 1044 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
OK Ok...I got ya covered...This winter take a 1/2oz Black and blue Terminator jig with a Zoom Super Chunk Sapphire Blue trailer and hit Buck Creek. Focus on creek channels like KBD said and throw at the big trees and stubs in 10-12ft but it can be less...you can start doing this right now but Jan - Feb will be better...10's are hard to come by but trist me you'll get some very nice fish doing this. The number will be low so your fishing for just a few bites a day...Think about braided line or 17plus flouro... Also 3/4oz KVD Strike King pro spinnerbait any color as long as it's white will work!! That's it Man...let me know when you get her because I'll be waiting. In fact I'm not going fish until you get her so let get with the program please OzzieFish "Glory to GOD in the Highest" | ||||||||||||
| Zeeter
Bluegill Username: Zeeter Post Number: 286 Registered: 3-2007  Rating: N/A |
JUST GO WITH SINKEY.........he catches one everytime out! hahahahahahaha or breaks one off........ Catching Big Ole PIGS... It's Awesome Man Zach Hughes http://www.vicious-fishing.com http://www.sundogeyewear.com http://www.proanglersassociation.com PAA Skeeter Boats / Yamaha Outboards | ||||||||||||
| Nyyankee
Bluegill Username: Nyyankee Post Number: 109 Registered: 8-2008 Rating: N/A |
Yooou leave Britney I mean Sinkey Alloohaowwn. Just leave him Ahlloohaown.  (Message edited by NYYankee on December 18, 2008) | ||||||||||||
| Redskeeter
Moderator Username: Redskeeter Post Number: 416 Registered: 8-2007 Rating: N/A |
The sinker has been vacant lately... Sore fingers I guess. Hey guys Gordon is accepting entry fee money now if you want to pull a early flight. The sinker paid his yesterday, Media, Bass Champs and the Super Teams event. Ouch!!! that cost a pretty penny I bet.. Sorry Ghost Minner, didn't mean to high jack your post... KBD Fishing | ||||||||||||
| Ghost_minnow
Minnow Username: Ghost_minnow Post Number: 100 Registered: 4-2008 Rating: N/A |
Ok, Great info.Thanks guys.As soon as the wind lays a tad. I'll be taking a trip out that way. Isn't there some type of yearly pass to be bought, to keep from paying the TPWD boat ramp fees? I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:13 | ||||||||||||
| Basshunter
Bluegill Username: Basshunter Post Number: 197 Registered: 1-2007  Rating: N/A |
Lake Nocona - We had 4 over 10 in one tournament in May. Fish the grass near the dam with some ......... Call me and we can discuss details! | ||||||||||||
| Texfisher
Bass Username: Texfisher Post Number: 780 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
I second the Nacona nod. It has some monsters. My bass club webpage http://texbass.8m.com/
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| Sinkey
Minnow Username: Sinkey Post Number: 75 Registered: 6-2008  Rating: N/A |
My goal this year is 2 over 10 lbs. Since Zach can only catch the fish Eric shows him. I would hate to see if Glade was shut down, then what would you do? I guess you and Yankmee can troll for Muskies down by the dam! Hhahahahaha! Chris Sinkey.com Lake Fork Fishing Reports | ||||||||||||
| Nyyankee
Bluegill Username: Nyyankee Post Number: 110 Registered: 8-2008 Rating: N/A |
Never much into trollin sink great lakes sterotype I guess. But I'm startin to feel sorry for you Texas Forkers already cause y'all are gonna get beat by a dam Yankee with a fly rod on your home lake. | ||||||||||||
| Picou
Wall Hanger Username: Picou Post Number: 3314 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
Just as long as they are not during a tournament that I am also fishing Sinkey... I hope you make that goal a reality... I know you won't do it with Wes in the back of the boat though because he big fishes everyone!!! Kinda kicked both our butts that night on Fork for big fish... I'm ready for a re-match!!!!!!!!!! Thank you Lord for my family and the waters I get to fish
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| Redskeeter
Moderator Username: Redskeeter Post Number: 418 Registered: 8-2007 Rating: N/A |
Two !!!!! PQ would you pinch Sinkey and wake him up !!!!! He's got to be DREAMING.. You have to be on the water to catch fish.. I'm gonna get me some this weekend before the arctic front passes thru Saturday... The bite should be OWN big time... KBD Fishing | ||||||||||||
| Zeeter
Bluegill Username: Zeeter Post Number: 287 Registered: 3-2007 Rating: N/A |
Eric heheheheheheheheeeee that's good right there.......... Maybe you should start following him.....HE'S GOOD IN APRIL........heck but anybody's good in APRIL........... oh wait....I can't say that. oooooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Catching Big Ole PIGS... It's Awesome Man Zach Hughes http://www.vicious-fishing.com http://www.sundogeyewear.com http://www.proanglersassociation.com PAA Skeeter Boats / Yamaha Outboards | ||||||||||||
| Picou
Wall Hanger Username: Picou Post Number: 3316 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now that is funny right there, I don't care who you are.... unless you're Sinkey  Thank you Lord for my family and the waters I get to fish
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| Ozziefish
Lunker Username: Ozziefish Post Number: 1047 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
Saturday will be a great day...Load up on some fatties and send pics...Or just head over to the Cove and take some pics there...LOL OzzieFish "Glory to GOD in the Highest" | ||||||||||||
| Ghost_minnow
Bluegill Username: Ghost_minnow Post Number: 101 Registered: 4-2008 Rating: N/A |
WOW...... Who is this Sinkey fellow? He sure does set his goals high!!! He seems like a much better fisherman then everyone else? I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:13 | ||||||||||||
| Nyyankee
Bluegill Username: Nyyankee Post Number: 112 Registered: 8-2008 Rating: N/A |
Just ask him. He'll tell ya. Even send a pic or two I bet. | ||||||||||||
| Sinkey
Minnow Username: Sinkey Post Number: 76 Registered: 6-2008 Rating: N/A |
What do you mean Billy? Pinch me? I almost did it this year. Had a 10.02 and 9.5. So I think 2 over 10 can be done. I will just take Wes out with me. And leave Picou on the bank. He wasnt any help anyway! Hahahaha! Im game for the night trip again this year. Just let me know. Zach, Zach, Zach, Ive got a suprise for you guys this year. I will have a boat ALL tournaments. Thats bad news for the rest of you guys! Peace out! "Lentes Blancos" Hahahahaha! Chris Sinkey.com Lake Fork Fishing Reports | ||||||||||||
| Zeeter
Bluegill Username: Zeeter Post Number: 289 Registered: 3-2007 Rating: N/A |
You make me laugh FAG.........don't get scared.... APRIL only comes around once a year ! HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHE I make myself laugh! Catching Big Ole PIGS... It's Awesome Man Zach Hughes http://www.vicious-fishing.com http://www.sundogeyewear.com http://www.proanglersassociation.com PAA Skeeter Boats / Yamaha Outboards | ||||||||||||
| Wes
Moderator Username: Wes Post Number: 501 Registered: 8-2004  Rating: N/A |
We need to include PQ again Sinkey. Good to have somebody to laugh at in the boat. I just hope he leaves that skunk smell at home this time...... | ||||||||||||
| Sinkey
Minnow Username: Sinkey Post Number: 80 Registered: 6-2008 Rating: N/A |
Your right Wes. I think Picou should provide the beer on the next excursion! The skunk was the funniest thing ever though! Right during the "0" conversation in the boat! Chris Sinkey.com Lake Fork Fishing Reports | ||||||||||||
| Picou
Wall Hanger Username: Picou Post Number: 3318 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
Not sure if the skunk or the catfish was the funniest part for me... As funny as it could be as the one taking the brunt of the beating!!!!!!! Buying your beer is cheap Sinkey -- do they sell 3 packs???? Wes on the other hand will break me providing for him.... Thank you Lord for my family and the waters I get to fish
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| Sinkey
Minnow Username: Sinkey Post Number: 82 Registered: 6-2008 Rating: N/A |
3 packs! Next time Ill give you the trolling motor and Wes and I will put a dent in the Miller population. We definately need to do that again. That was a blast! Imagine how much fun it would have been if you 2 weren't spooning until 10 o clock! Chris Sinkey.com Lake Fork Fishing Reports | ||||||||||||
| Picou
Wall Hanger Username: Picou Post Number: 3320 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
Spooning with Wes...... Do I detect a hint of jealousy.....  I'll gladly take over the trolling motor, I need all the excuses I can get! Also, keeps me from being beer biatch!!!! Wes definately needs to keep the back chair tho because he couldn't hardly stand up half way into it. Heck, he almost fell out of the boat sitting down! Of all my nights fishing on that lake, that has to be one of the best night trips I have been on -- despite my lack of fish catching and total humiliation dished out by the two of you. Thank you Lord for my family and the waters I get to fish
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| Wes
Moderator Username: Wes Post Number: 503 Registered: 8-2004 Rating: N/A |
Just think about how bad the beating would have been if I was sober enough to stand up and fish | ||||||||||||
| Bigun
Lunker Username: Bigun Post Number: 1618 Registered: 8-2004  Rating: N/A |
PQ can't catch fish. U guys have nothing to gloat about with that story. LMAO Sinkey, I have always wondered what those two were doing still hunting 2 hrs after it got dark? Not good visual now that I look back on it. Quit being a mad, little bald man! |
