Many anglers look at our current conditions and cringe! High blue skies, bright sunlight, and almost 80 degree days are not considered “text book” times to catch more than 40 bass per day on Lake Lanier. Add to that the fact that most spotted bass seem to be scattered along “nothing-looking” red clay banks in less than 15 feet of water and are attacking a very small lure as though it had magical qualities. All of these conditions go against the standard thinking of most bass fishermen, but that’s exactly what is happening. The best part, however, is that these feisty bass will continue being aggressive in the same general areas until the morning surface temperature exceeds 80 degrees. A little more understanding of this prolific bass can help all anglers be more productive.

The spotted bass was first accurately identified in Kentucky in 1927, and for many years, it was believed to be the only state they inhabited. Because of that mistake, they were called Kentucky spotted bass. Since they have been found in certain areas from coast to coast, however, the Kentucky has been dropped and they are referred to simply as spotted bass.

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With spring upon us, its time to start thinking about how to get those kayaks from the garage to the river. Thule & Yakima both offer several great options for safely and easily getting boats to the creek…but which one is the right one for you?

The first thing anyone thinking about strapping anything on top of their car is the base system they will use. Aftermarket rack systems allow you to carry more stuff safely than factory racks. They also ad a great custom look to your vehicle. From there, whether using a factory rack, a Thule rack, or a Yakima rack, there are many choices for getting your kayak from dry land to the open water.