I guided on Smith Lake 200 days a year for 12 years. Wish I had a dollar for every time I thought the same thing. Their a finicky fish. Enjoy partner.

Just a foot note. I hated live bait fishing and loved down rigging. You will to. Best tip get you some roemer releases.

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Striper Steve;
"Aim Small, Hit Small"