My 48.5 was such a tease.. Worst part is I had a 50+ all but hooked last year but just sat there with a stupid look on my face and watched it spit out my offering. Seeing a fish that big in 3ft of water was unreal.
Catching OOS fish happens, I wouldn't lose much sleep over it.. I've got some OOS bass this year as well fishing for crappies, what can ya do? Unhook the stupid things and get them back in the water as soon as possible. That's about it.
I've got a spot where they tend to congregate and chase shiners on the surface in the evenings. This only lasts about 2hrs however. After that, I haven't the slightest idea where they disappear to, lol!
Very nice! I've been fishing for them post spawn for probably 2-3 weeks.. Couldn't believe it when I found them in 25ft of water.. Those are some nice dark specimens!
I've got a set of Scotty 1106's on the boat and couldn't be happier with them. Updated them with the dual rod holders from the 1116's and you've got a slick setup. Should be able to find a used set, check out Spoonpullers or LOU.