We used to downsize and slow way down to the point of being bored. We used to give the fish to much credit. Now days jerkbaits, blade baits, 5/8oz jigs, carolina rigs, spoons, will all work. The fish are not as lethargic as I use to think. Fished 42 degree water my last to outings and had a blast with all the above lures. The fish, smallmouth and largemouth still had plenty of fight and are feeding well.