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Elite Strategies For Big Winter Bass

1 [Managing Expectations]

In regions of the country where lakes and rivers remain free of ice, winter can be prime time for catching lunker bass — if you adjust your lures, presentations, casting targets and expectations to better cope with frigid water conditions. Follow these recommendations from Bassmaster Elite Series pros to score more strikes on your winter bass outings.

The Cold Facts

Bass are cold-blooded, meaning they lack the ability to control their body temperature. As the water temperature drops in winter, they

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