A relative lack of structure characterizes many bass fisheries, so locating fish requires finding areas of subtle depth change and cover like isolated grass. Jeff “Gussy” Gustafson demonstrates how to find these sneaky spots on Florida’s Lake Toho through the use of side/down imaging, 2D sonar, and waypoints. He then details his lipless crankbait strategy for covering water and contacting active fish.
FISHING TACKLE
- Jackall TN Lipless Crankbaits
- G. Loomis IMX Pro Crankbait Casting Rods, 7’6″ Med Hvy 906 CBR
- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B Casting Reel, 7.1:1
- Seaguar InvizX Fluorocarbon, 17lb
According to Gussy, ripping grass with a lipless crankbait is an excellent late winter and prespawn technique. The bait mimics shad while giving off abundant flash and vibration. Gussy explains why he prefers a yo-yo over a straight retrieve, as well as his preferred rod and line for handling this power fishing application.
EQUIPMENT USED
- Humminbird HELIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N
- Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3
- Lund 2075 Pro-V Bass Boat
- Mercury 250hp Pro XS FourStroke
- T-H Marine ATLAS Jack Plate, 10”
- Minn Kota Talon, 12ft
- Minn Kota Talon Jackplate Adapter Bracket
- Minn KotaTalon Tilt Brackets
- Minn Kota Talon Wireless Foot Pedal
- Minn Kota Precision On-Board Charger, MK 460PC
- Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor, 112lb 36v
