MDR - 4/1/17 - Skunk again

[Denis_Ruso]

Originally Posted by goldenglory18

I was hoping to hit the evening bite. Do saltwater fish not have that sunrise/sunset feeding cycle?

Although they still have the feeding cycle, I have noticed that the bite is very consistently better during 2 conditions especially in harbors.

1. Early Morning - Even on slow days, I can manage 1-2 fish just at first light.
2. Current/Swinging Tide - Fish seem to feed on the tide swing or current. Water movement is key.

[Amish Ed]

What Denis said is very true. Especially for Newport at this time of year. I get the majority of my fish in the first hour. Night fishing in the winter can be way better than day light fishing. Once the the water warms (and stays consistent) the bite will pick up through out the day and current will be the bigger factor.

BTW, I love my Warblades and Coolbaits underspins.

[goldenglory18]

Originally Posted by Denis_Ruso

Although they still have the feeding cycle, I have noticed that the bite is very consistently better during 2 conditions especially in harbors.

1. Early Morning - Even on slow days, I can manage 1-2 fish just at first light.
2. Current/Swinging Tide - Fish seem to feed on the tide swing or current. Water movement is key.

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

What Denis said is very true. Especially for Newport at this time of year. I get the majority of my fish in the first hour. Night fishing in the winter can be way better than day light fishing. Once the the water warms (and stays consistent) the bite will pick up through out the day and current will be the bigger factor.

Awesome info as always guys. Thanks a ton!

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

BTW, I love my Warblades and Coolbaits underspins.

I'm actually considering investing in a blade/reaction specific rod as the Chatterbait and other bladedjig + trailer was one of my faves on large AZ lakes. I've heard awesome stuff about the newer offerings from St Croix, and I've been chompin at the bit to get a hold of a Daiwa Tatula HD for bay use...

[Amish Ed]

Haven't had any luck on the chatterbait. But, amittedly I don't fish it much. The 2 I already mentioned though I fish a lot. I just use whatever rod is appropriate for the weight.

[goldenglory18]

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

Haven't had any luck on the chatterbait. But, amittedly I don't fish it much. The 2 I already mentioned though I fish a lot. I just use whatever rod is appropriate for the weight.

Totally different situations obviously (fresh vs salt) but the chatterbait is HUGE in the AZ lakes. You can fish those things virtually anywhere, and depending on blade color and size of the trailer, you can have a small flashy lure in clear water or a big, thumping bait in stained.

From everything I'm learning about fishing inshore/bays, I'm thinking the same might apply, and there's only one way to truly find out...$$$$.

[fourtogo]

Originally Posted by goldenglory18

Totally different situations obviously (fresh vs salt) but the chatterbait is HUGE in the AZ lakes. You can fish those things virtually anywhere, and depending on blade color and size of the trailer, you can have a small flashy lure in clear water or a big, thumping bait in stained.

From everything I'm learning about fishing inshore/bays, I'm thinking the same might apply, and there's only one way to truly find out...$$$$.

Swim Baits work best for harbor Bass . Grubs Swimmers Thing Baits 3-4"