Winter time is one of the best times to get big bass. I dont know why, maybe their brain slows down with everything else in the cold water and even though they dont feed as often they can make mistakes. Find a lake thats known for good winter fishing, not all lakes are. Fish 20-30ft range and target the steepest banks you can find. Be persistent, because when you find the LM they will stay in the same area all winter. Its finding the spot that is difficult. Look for the channel bends as well. I fish a jig or t-rig in the winter and nothing else. I fish EXTREMELY slow. Got an 8lb 3oz day before yesterday and a 6lb 1oz the day before. As long as the water isnt frozen its worth a try. Its one bite Im looking for, not numbers. This kind of fishing seperates the men from the boys in my book. Youve got to love it to stay out there all day freezing with no bites and keep concentrating. But keep in mind, once you find the right spot you'll be amazed how good of fish you can start catching on a regular basis.
I fish a lot of smaller lakes because Im limited to a 10ft jon w/ trolling motor... smaller waters do eliminate a lot of guess work with finding the right spots.
Here is a pic of the 8.3
http://inlinethumb57.webshots.com/45...600x600Q85.jpg
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