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Slow and Steady Wins Cold-Water Bass: Mastering Deadsticking in Winter

December 27, 2025 | πŸͺ Gear | Baitshop Garrett

There is a time to fish fast and a time to slow everything down. Winter is firmly in the second category. When water temperatures plunge and bass metabolism follows, aggressive retrieves often fall flat. This is when deadsticking shinesβ€”a patient, …

Winter Bass Tactics: Mastering Deadsticking Techniques

As water temperatures plummet in the winter, bass become less willing to chase down fast-moving lures. This seasonal lethargy makes deadsticking β€” letting a bait sit motionless to entice bites β€” a highly effective strategy for targeting inactive bass. Whether …