daughter, Polly Mains
Of course, the biggest drawback with using a centrepin is casting
This can lead to depletion of the populations of these non-targeted species and disrupt the ecosystems balance
During the winter in Florida, where Richardson and partner Ray Van Horn of Tarpon Springs, Fla., fish many of their tournaments, the anglers often abandon their first light, first bite battle plan

Walleye Not traditionally associated with spinner baits, but theyll hit them in shallow, cover-rich areas post-spawn Best used around flooded timber, grass or rock during low light or stained water conditions Slow rolling along bottom or parallel to structure can produce Trout (Occasionally) More responsive to in-line spinners, but small-profile spinner baits (1/81/4 oz) can work for stocked or aggressive trout Best in stained or fast-moving streams where flash draws attention Muskie Similar to pike, muskies will smash oversized spinner baits (like tandem bucktail-style lures) Common tactic in Lake of the Woods and other northern fisheries Crappie and Panfish Usually prefer smaller baits but will occasionally strike tiny spinner baits or bladed jigs Spinnerbaits that mimic small minnows can trigger reaction bites in spring W hy These Fish Go for Spinner Baits Spinner baits simulate: Injured baitfish through flashing blades Movement that triggers predatory instincts Vibration that fish detect through their lateral line, even in murky water Theyre also snag-resistant and great for covering water quickly, which makes them ideal for locating active fish across species
