Hello Everyone -
Sorry for the long delay in posting a fishing report. I have posted a few reports on the Bass Fishing Home Page, but have not been as active as usual with my posting. I took some time off in late May to attend the Indy 500, which was followed by my mother's passing. Thanks to all of you for your kind thoughts and prayers - they are greatly appreciated. The good news is I see no more distractions in the near future, so onto fishing!
The topwater action and swimbait action remains good, in the early mornings particularly, especially after the rains have came through that have cooled the water temps slightly and increased the oxygen levels near the surface. For topwater, I have been using either a small popper or the smaller sized gunfish in bone color. When the sun is out, I prefer the chrome offerings. As far as swimbaits, take note of the bait fish being chased. If you see them coming out of the water, the chances are the bass are chasing the bluebacks. I have found at times, however, that the fish are focused on smaller baitfish. My advice is to match the hatch - pay attention and vary your baits and presentations. Some of the things I have been using include: Farley Swimbaits, flukes, Spro Swimbaits (to include the BBZ1 Shad), and the S-Waver. A fish-head spin will also work well. Work the upper region of the water column, or count down the bait to the depth the fish are holding if you find they are not coming up. If you graph bait up in the water column, the fish will likely be looking up. On cloudy days, I have also found a jig/twin tail combo to work, and of course, the standard Slongs Shaky Head tipped with your favorite Wackem Crazy Bait offering, dipped in clear or chartreuse JJ's Magic.
As far as locations, I have been focusing on off-shore structure such as long-running points and humps, along with ledges. Focus on the structures that also have good cover on them, such as brush. In low-light or cloudy conditions, the fish are generally roaming in these areas and not locked on the brush. When the sun is out, the fish tend to relate more directly to the brush piles. Focus on those and present your baits directly over the top of them or in them to get bit.
SPOT TAIL MINNOWS - I am now also doing spot tail minnow trips. This is simply a blast in terms of numbers of fish, and certainly you are apt to catch some big ones too. This is a PERFECT option for less-experienced anglers and particularly children - it is a quick and easy technique to master. If you have not done this before, I encourage you to book a spot-tail trip with me - you will not be disappointed!!
Make sure to check out my fishing reports on the Bass Fishing Home Page (WMI.org). I post there at least twice weekly, so check it out! Also, I have a video out - if you have not seen it, click here to view. Enjoy!
I still have dates open in June -call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!! I have Wednesday and Thursday open this week!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines and God Bless -
Jimbo
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Fishing Report: April 29 - May 8, 2011
Hey Everyone -
I have been out on trips almost every day for the last 10 days, plus I fished the Gut Check tournament with Nick Hensley from Hammonds this past Saturday, and then back out on a half-day morning trip on Sunday (yesterday).
We have had some outstanding days for numbers as many trips had over 30 total spots for the day. I have been focusing on sandy pockets with a worm for the numbers fish. These pockets can be main lake, or in the mouths of creeks, but a sandy beach is the key. This pattern will provide lots of keepers up to 2.5 lbs, and a few good ones mixed in. I have been using a 4 inch worm on a 1/8 oz jighead for the most bites.
In addition to the sand bite, I have been playing with the early post-spawners willing to eat topwater and flukes. Some are relating to brush, most are roaming and just relating to the bait in key areas that have deeper water very close, and are not far from spawning flats. Some of these fish are roaming in very deep water, but are not too far from the bank.
For the tournament on Saturday, we focused on the post spawn bite as opposed to the sand bite - not as many bites, but big fish potential. Nick and I only weighed 13 pounds, but lost some donkeys early on top. Nick lost one of the biggest spots I have ever seen hammer a topwater plug - this spot was way over six - and after a long battle, she just simply pulled off. A little later in the AM,I had two well over 5 rolling and nipping at my fluke, but they just would not commit. I am seeing some wolf packs as well with the fish that are relating to the brush - I was about to cast at one around 4 following a 3 pounder Nick had hooked on top, but as I went to cast I heard "he's barely hooked" so I dropped the rod and went for the net - a bird in hand better than 2 in the bush I guess.
All in all, a very fun day and we had our chances to win it, just wasn't to be. We caught the fish we weighed on topwater poppers, flukes, crankbaits, and fish head spins.
Back out Sunday morning with a regular customer and his wife, and I and had one over 5 plaster my rico, and got it caught in the rocks (and broke off) trying to hand it off to my client's wife so she could battle a big spot. Always looking for a way to let them have fun! They both still caught em Sunday AM as it seemed they were eating as well as they were on tournament day.
Make sure to check out my fishing reports on the Bass Fishing Home Page (WMI.org). I post there at least twice weekly, so check it out! Also, I have a new video out - if you have not seen it, click here to view. Enjoy!
I am filling up for May, but I have some dates open the next few weeks-call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!! I have Wednesday and Friday open this week, and maybe Saturday, so let me know if you would like to get out.
Until next time everybody - tight lines and God Bless -
Jimbo
I have been out on trips almost every day for the last 10 days, plus I fished the Gut Check tournament with Nick Hensley from Hammonds this past Saturday, and then back out on a half-day morning trip on Sunday (yesterday).
We have had some outstanding days for numbers as many trips had over 30 total spots for the day. I have been focusing on sandy pockets with a worm for the numbers fish. These pockets can be main lake, or in the mouths of creeks, but a sandy beach is the key. This pattern will provide lots of keepers up to 2.5 lbs, and a few good ones mixed in. I have been using a 4 inch worm on a 1/8 oz jighead for the most bites.
In addition to the sand bite, I have been playing with the early post-spawners willing to eat topwater and flukes. Some are relating to brush, most are roaming and just relating to the bait in key areas that have deeper water very close, and are not far from spawning flats. Some of these fish are roaming in very deep water, but are not too far from the bank.
For the tournament on Saturday, we focused on the post spawn bite as opposed to the sand bite - not as many bites, but big fish potential. Nick and I only weighed 13 pounds, but lost some donkeys early on top. Nick lost one of the biggest spots I have ever seen hammer a topwater plug - this spot was way over six - and after a long battle, she just simply pulled off. A little later in the AM,I had two well over 5 rolling and nipping at my fluke, but they just would not commit. I am seeing some wolf packs as well with the fish that are relating to the brush - I was about to cast at one around 4 following a 3 pounder Nick had hooked on top, but as I went to cast I heard "he's barely hooked" so I dropped the rod and went for the net - a bird in hand better than 2 in the bush I guess.
All in all, a very fun day and we had our chances to win it, just wasn't to be. We caught the fish we weighed on topwater poppers, flukes, crankbaits, and fish head spins.
Back out Sunday morning with a regular customer and his wife, and I and had one over 5 plaster my rico, and got it caught in the rocks (and broke off) trying to hand it off to my client's wife so she could battle a big spot. Always looking for a way to let them have fun! They both still caught em Sunday AM as it seemed they were eating as well as they were on tournament day.
Make sure to check out my fishing reports on the Bass Fishing Home Page (WMI.org). I post there at least twice weekly, so check it out! Also, I have a new video out - if you have not seen it, click here to view. Enjoy!
I am filling up for May, but I have some dates open the next few weeks-call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!! I have Wednesday and Friday open this week, and maybe Saturday, so let me know if you would like to get out.
Until next time everybody - tight lines and God Bless -
Jimbo
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: April 10 - 28, 2011
Hello Again Everyone -
I have had trips almost every day over the past 20 days or so, save Easter and Good Friday. I have had the pleasure of taking out some really fun people during that time, and the fish have been cooperating as well. Thank you to everyone for your support of my guide business. I truly love what I do and I feel very Blessed and honored to have your business - THANK YOU!!
Now, onto fishing. We have been averaging about 25 fish a day on each trip, and two days we landed over 40 - no joke. The first day was last week - we were up north, and the fish size was modest at best - our biggest was about 3.5 lbs, and about 25 of the 42 were keepers. Tuesday of this week was also a 40+ day as we boated 44 spots. The size recently has been much better down south as most of the 40 were keepers, and our best 5 were just shy of 19 lbs.
As far as baits, you name it, and we have caught fish on it. A brief summary would include: swimbaits, flukes, Fish Head Spins, Lil Dudes, worms, jigs, spinnerbaits, topwaters, carolina rigs, jerkbaits, and I am sure I am forgetting something. Mix it up and see what is working - the fish change their preferences every day!
The water on the north end is now above 70 at daylight. The south end is about 67 or so depending on where you put in. Numbers have been better up North until recently, but the South end is catching up quickly. It seems the North end is about 10 days to 2 weeks ahead of the South end.
As far as location, we have been hitting steeper banks coming out of creeks, islands, rock points, and main lake pockets for our fish. The depth the fish are holding changes everyday, but the range has been from 3 - 15 feet.
Make sure to check out my fishing reports on the Bass Fishing Home Page (WMI.org). I post there at least twice weekly, so check it out! Also, I have a new video out - if you have not seen it, click here to view. Enjoy!
I am filling up for May, but I have some dates open the next few weeks-call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines and God Bless -
Jimbo
I have had trips almost every day over the past 20 days or so, save Easter and Good Friday. I have had the pleasure of taking out some really fun people during that time, and the fish have been cooperating as well. Thank you to everyone for your support of my guide business. I truly love what I do and I feel very Blessed and honored to have your business - THANK YOU!!
Now, onto fishing. We have been averaging about 25 fish a day on each trip, and two days we landed over 40 - no joke. The first day was last week - we were up north, and the fish size was modest at best - our biggest was about 3.5 lbs, and about 25 of the 42 were keepers. Tuesday of this week was also a 40+ day as we boated 44 spots. The size recently has been much better down south as most of the 40 were keepers, and our best 5 were just shy of 19 lbs.
As far as baits, you name it, and we have caught fish on it. A brief summary would include: swimbaits, flukes, Fish Head Spins, Lil Dudes, worms, jigs, spinnerbaits, topwaters, carolina rigs, jerkbaits, and I am sure I am forgetting something. Mix it up and see what is working - the fish change their preferences every day!
The water on the north end is now above 70 at daylight. The south end is about 67 or so depending on where you put in. Numbers have been better up North until recently, but the South end is catching up quickly. It seems the North end is about 10 days to 2 weeks ahead of the South end.
As far as location, we have been hitting steeper banks coming out of creeks, islands, rock points, and main lake pockets for our fish. The depth the fish are holding changes everyday, but the range has been from 3 - 15 feet.
Make sure to check out my fishing reports on the Bass Fishing Home Page (WMI.org). I post there at least twice weekly, so check it out! Also, I have a new video out - if you have not seen it, click here to view. Enjoy!
I am filling up for May, but I have some dates open the next few weeks-call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines and God Bless -
Jimbo
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: March 15-27, 2011
Hello Everyone -
Well, I just finished a 13 day stretch on the water with trips each day. It has been great to be on the water non-stop. I love what I do! Contrary to the nay-sayers on BFHP, I have found the bite to be pretty good each day. There are always exceptions, but overall the fishing has been solid. On sunny days, I am getting bit on flats and key secondary points at the mouths of creeks. The dock bite is also good on the sunny days as many of the fish use the docks to stage prior to the spawn. On cloudy days, the fish roam more, but still can be caught on spawning flats and secondary points. I have also just found a jerkbait bite on the main lake - I believe these fish are just coming up and and are clearly in the pre-spawn stage.
That being said, I also believe that many fish are spawning right now, and some have spawned already. I have seen several pods of bass fry in certain areas, both south and north. I think many of the fish are farther along than most people believe, and can explain the tough bite for many folks. I have just putting the trolling motor down and going fishing. I have found active fish in areas that you may not expect and caught fish in many different locations. So, my advice is to stay on the move until you get bit, and then work that area thoroughly, as you will likely catch more fish in that same area.
Baits of choice:
1. Jerkbait - work these baits around secondary points in pockets along the creek channels and adjacent to main lake. The water has warmed nicely over the past 2 weeks, and the jerkbait bite has gotten steadily better. Fish these baits around docks adjacent to spawning flats as well, especially when the sun is out.
2. Fish Head Spin - I have been working these around shallow secondary points. Slow has still been the ticket - keep the lure in contact with the bottom and wait for the fish to load up - they haven't been eating it agressively on most days.
3. Slong's Shaky Head - I have been working the 3/16 oz Slong's Shaky Heads around the same areas as noted above when the bite is less aggressive. I have been using a Wackem Pointy Tail and Trick Worm in pumpkin green for my bites. I have found fish up on flats too on certain days - look for the "highways" or ditches that feed the flats - the fish will position around docks that are closest to the ditches first.
4. Crankbait - When the morning bite is on, you can pick off some studs with this bait, as you have seen on my blog posts and website. Use something with a tight wobble - work grass/brush flats and secondary points for the best bites.
I expect the fluke bite and swimbait bite to really work well soon too. Keep trying these baits as you are fishing - you just never know when you might collect a good one on these lures.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am filling up for the Spring, but I have some dates open the next couple fo weeks -call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Well, I just finished a 13 day stretch on the water with trips each day. It has been great to be on the water non-stop. I love what I do! Contrary to the nay-sayers on BFHP, I have found the bite to be pretty good each day. There are always exceptions, but overall the fishing has been solid. On sunny days, I am getting bit on flats and key secondary points at the mouths of creeks. The dock bite is also good on the sunny days as many of the fish use the docks to stage prior to the spawn. On cloudy days, the fish roam more, but still can be caught on spawning flats and secondary points. I have also just found a jerkbait bite on the main lake - I believe these fish are just coming up and and are clearly in the pre-spawn stage.
That being said, I also believe that many fish are spawning right now, and some have spawned already. I have seen several pods of bass fry in certain areas, both south and north. I think many of the fish are farther along than most people believe, and can explain the tough bite for many folks. I have just putting the trolling motor down and going fishing. I have found active fish in areas that you may not expect and caught fish in many different locations. So, my advice is to stay on the move until you get bit, and then work that area thoroughly, as you will likely catch more fish in that same area.
Baits of choice:
1. Jerkbait - work these baits around secondary points in pockets along the creek channels and adjacent to main lake. The water has warmed nicely over the past 2 weeks, and the jerkbait bite has gotten steadily better. Fish these baits around docks adjacent to spawning flats as well, especially when the sun is out.
2. Fish Head Spin - I have been working these around shallow secondary points. Slow has still been the ticket - keep the lure in contact with the bottom and wait for the fish to load up - they haven't been eating it agressively on most days.
3. Slong's Shaky Head - I have been working the 3/16 oz Slong's Shaky Heads around the same areas as noted above when the bite is less aggressive. I have been using a Wackem Pointy Tail and Trick Worm in pumpkin green for my bites. I have found fish up on flats too on certain days - look for the "highways" or ditches that feed the flats - the fish will position around docks that are closest to the ditches first.
4. Crankbait - When the morning bite is on, you can pick off some studs with this bait, as you have seen on my blog posts and website. Use something with a tight wobble - work grass/brush flats and secondary points for the best bites.
I expect the fluke bite and swimbait bite to really work well soon too. Keep trying these baits as you are fishing - you just never know when you might collect a good one on these lures.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am filling up for the Spring, but I have some dates open the next couple fo weeks -call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: March 1-14, 2011
Hello Everyone -
I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the great spring weather! The fishing has really picked up over the last week or so. I have had several trips over the past few days, and the catch has gotten steadily better each day. I expect the bite to be "off the charts" any day now, but each day should be at least good!
I still have been using 3 main baits to get bit - locations are still the same as well:
1. Jerkbait - work these baits around secondary points in pockets along the creek channels and along main lake. The water has warmed nicely over the past 2 weeks, and the jerkbait bite has gotten steadily better. Fish these baits around docks adjacent to spawning flats as well.
2. Fish Head Spin - I have been working these around shallow secondary points. Slow has still been the ticket - keep the lure in contact with the bottom and wait for the fish to load up - they haven't been eating it agressively on most days.
3. Slong's Shaky Head - I have been working the 3/16 oz Slong's Shaky Heads around the same areas as noted above when the bite is less aggressive. I have been using a Wackem Pointy Tail and Trick Worm in pumpkin green for my bites. I have found fish up on flats too on certain days - look for the "highways" or ditches that feed the flats - the fish will position around docks that are closest to the ditches first.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am filling up for the Spring - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the great spring weather! The fishing has really picked up over the last week or so. I have had several trips over the past few days, and the catch has gotten steadily better each day. I expect the bite to be "off the charts" any day now, but each day should be at least good!
I still have been using 3 main baits to get bit - locations are still the same as well:
1. Jerkbait - work these baits around secondary points in pockets along the creek channels and along main lake. The water has warmed nicely over the past 2 weeks, and the jerkbait bite has gotten steadily better. Fish these baits around docks adjacent to spawning flats as well.
2. Fish Head Spin - I have been working these around shallow secondary points. Slow has still been the ticket - keep the lure in contact with the bottom and wait for the fish to load up - they haven't been eating it agressively on most days.
3. Slong's Shaky Head - I have been working the 3/16 oz Slong's Shaky Heads around the same areas as noted above when the bite is less aggressive. I have been using a Wackem Pointy Tail and Trick Worm in pumpkin green for my bites. I have found fish up on flats too on certain days - look for the "highways" or ditches that feed the flats - the fish will position around docks that are closest to the ditches first.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am filling up for the Spring - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Feb 21 - Feb 28, 2010
FISHING REPORT:
Hello Everyone -
My apologies for not posting a fishing report lately. The end of January and the first 2 weeks of February were tough on the lake, and I did not have anything spectacular to report.
Thank goodness that spring is here and the weather is cooperating! I have experienced improving success over the past 2 weeks - each day better than the next with the warming temperatures.
I have been doing 3 main things to get bit recently:
1. Jerkbait - work these baits around secondary points in pockets along the creek channels and along main lake. Focus on the pockets that get all day sun as they will warm the fastest. Look to your Northern banks for the best locations. Work the bait slowly with long pauses between snaps of the rod. The jerk around docks is working too - same locations and technique as noted above. Focus on areas with clay and pebble rock.
2. Fish Head Spin - I have been working these around shallow secondary points. Slow has been the ticket lately - keep the lure in contact with the bottom. As the water continues to warm, speed up your retrieve. Experiment - the fish will tell you what they want!
3. Slong's Shaky Head - I have been working the 1/4 oz Slong's Shaky Heads around the same areas as noted above when the bite is less aggressive. I have been using a Wackem Pointy Tail and Trick Worm in pumpkin green for my bites. I have found fish up on flats too - look for the "highways" or ditches that feed the flats - the fish will position around docks that are closest to the ditches first.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am filling up for the Spring - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Hello Everyone -
My apologies for not posting a fishing report lately. The end of January and the first 2 weeks of February were tough on the lake, and I did not have anything spectacular to report.
Thank goodness that spring is here and the weather is cooperating! I have experienced improving success over the past 2 weeks - each day better than the next with the warming temperatures.
I have been doing 3 main things to get bit recently:
1. Jerkbait - work these baits around secondary points in pockets along the creek channels and along main lake. Focus on the pockets that get all day sun as they will warm the fastest. Look to your Northern banks for the best locations. Work the bait slowly with long pauses between snaps of the rod. The jerk around docks is working too - same locations and technique as noted above. Focus on areas with clay and pebble rock.
2. Fish Head Spin - I have been working these around shallow secondary points. Slow has been the ticket lately - keep the lure in contact with the bottom. As the water continues to warm, speed up your retrieve. Experiment - the fish will tell you what they want!
3. Slong's Shaky Head - I have been working the 1/4 oz Slong's Shaky Heads around the same areas as noted above when the bite is less aggressive. I have been using a Wackem Pointy Tail and Trick Worm in pumpkin green for my bites. I have found fish up on flats too - look for the "highways" or ditches that feed the flats - the fish will position around docks that are closest to the ditches first.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am filling up for the Spring - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Dec 28 - Jan 7, 2011
FISHING REPORT:
Hello Everyone -
I hope everyone enjoyed a great holiday season. We here in Georgia are in the midst of one of the worst snow storms that I can remember. It snowed about 6 inches Sunday night, followed by freezing rain and sleet - a mess to say the least - particularly here in GA, where we have almost no snow removal equipment!!
The good news is, the cold weather has brought on a great spoon bite, and it should only get better as the weather stays cold. The cold weather will cause a shad kill, particularly back in the creeks where the threadfins are concentrated, and these conditions help make for a rockin' spoon bite.
I have been working outside creek channel bends that also offer other significant structure nearby - standing timber, roadbeds, brush, etc. The fish have been in 40 - 55 feet of water, and I have been vertically jigging a flex-it spoon on top of them. I have been alternating between a silver and a white spoon based on the sun. Sunny days I favor the silver spoon, cloudy the white. Mainly, I have been using spoons in the 3/4 oz range to get them down a bit quicker. Alter your presentation over these fish in terms of your retrieves to find out how the fish want it on that particular day. Sometimes quick snaps work, sometimes a slow methodical yo-yo seems to work best - just depends.
There are also fish stacked in certain areas of the main lake and at the mouths of creeks - these tend to be the bigger fish from my experience. Work back from main lake humps and points until you hit the 40-50 foot zone and look for the timber or other significant structure on your graph that could offer the fish and bait a haven.
The weather is supposed to clear and warm up by this weekend - once the roads are safely passable, you should get out there with the spoon and go to work! Let me know if I can help - I would love to share this technique with you if you are interested - just call me to book a trip. 770-542-7764
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am still booking Jan/Feb and the Spring - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Hello Everyone -
I hope everyone enjoyed a great holiday season. We here in Georgia are in the midst of one of the worst snow storms that I can remember. It snowed about 6 inches Sunday night, followed by freezing rain and sleet - a mess to say the least - particularly here in GA, where we have almost no snow removal equipment!!
The good news is, the cold weather has brought on a great spoon bite, and it should only get better as the weather stays cold. The cold weather will cause a shad kill, particularly back in the creeks where the threadfins are concentrated, and these conditions help make for a rockin' spoon bite.
I have been working outside creek channel bends that also offer other significant structure nearby - standing timber, roadbeds, brush, etc. The fish have been in 40 - 55 feet of water, and I have been vertically jigging a flex-it spoon on top of them. I have been alternating between a silver and a white spoon based on the sun. Sunny days I favor the silver spoon, cloudy the white. Mainly, I have been using spoons in the 3/4 oz range to get them down a bit quicker. Alter your presentation over these fish in terms of your retrieves to find out how the fish want it on that particular day. Sometimes quick snaps work, sometimes a slow methodical yo-yo seems to work best - just depends.
There are also fish stacked in certain areas of the main lake and at the mouths of creeks - these tend to be the bigger fish from my experience. Work back from main lake humps and points until you hit the 40-50 foot zone and look for the timber or other significant structure on your graph that could offer the fish and bait a haven.
The weather is supposed to clear and warm up by this weekend - once the roads are safely passable, you should get out there with the spoon and go to work! Let me know if I can help - I would love to share this technique with you if you are interested - just call me to book a trip. 770-542-7764
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am still booking Jan/Feb and the Spring - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Monday, December 20, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Dec 8 - 20, 2010
Hello Everyone -
I would like to begin this week's report by sharing some exciting news - I have added another sponsor to Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service! I am excited to report that I am now a pro-staff member for Slongs Fishing Lures. Slongs is a family based business in Kentucky, and I look forward to helping them promote their awesome shaky heads and spinnerbaits to the Georgia/Alabama area. Sean and Chris are just awesome people and I look forward to working with them, and am proud to be a member of their staff! More to come in the future on these great lures and how I use them to catch giant spots on Lanier!
FISHING REPORT:
Fishing has been great the past few days. I have been on an excellent big fish pattern. The bites are limited, but the quality is awesome! I have caught several fish in the 5 lbs class on this pattern, and I expect it to hold for at least the next week based on the weather forecast.
I have been working jerkbaits on shallow rock for my big bites. I have been alternating between slow-rolling these jerbaits and a jerk, jerk, pause retrieve. The fish are on rock points in the creeks as well as some main-lake areas. We have also been catching fish on Kick Bass Jigs with Wackem Jig Trailers in 20-30 feet of water. The Kick Bass Jigs and the Wackem Trailers make an awesome combination - check out the websites - I have hotlinked them for your convenience - just click and view! For the jig bites, rock is also the key - look for steeper rock points for the best success.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am still booking for December - I will be around during the holidays and would love to get out on the lake with you - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
I would like to begin this week's report by sharing some exciting news - I have added another sponsor to Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service! I am excited to report that I am now a pro-staff member for Slongs Fishing Lures. Slongs is a family based business in Kentucky, and I look forward to helping them promote their awesome shaky heads and spinnerbaits to the Georgia/Alabama area. Sean and Chris are just awesome people and I look forward to working with them, and am proud to be a member of their staff! More to come in the future on these great lures and how I use them to catch giant spots on Lanier!
FISHING REPORT:
Fishing has been great the past few days. I have been on an excellent big fish pattern. The bites are limited, but the quality is awesome! I have caught several fish in the 5 lbs class on this pattern, and I expect it to hold for at least the next week based on the weather forecast.
I have been working jerkbaits on shallow rock for my big bites. I have been alternating between slow-rolling these jerbaits and a jerk, jerk, pause retrieve. The fish are on rock points in the creeks as well as some main-lake areas. We have also been catching fish on Kick Bass Jigs with Wackem Jig Trailers in 20-30 feet of water. The Kick Bass Jigs and the Wackem Trailers make an awesome combination - check out the websites - I have hotlinked them for your convenience - just click and view! For the jig bites, rock is also the key - look for steeper rock points for the best success.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am still booking for December - I will be around during the holidays and would love to get out on the lake with you - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Nov 19 - Dec 5, 2010
FISHING REPORT:
Hello Everyone -
Fishing has remained good at the end of November and into the first part of December. The water stained up during this period due to the recent rains, particularly in certain creeks. The lower main lake has remained clear, and the water temperature has fallen from nearly 60 down to right around the 50 mark. The water level has hung around 1068, which is 3 feet below full pool. During this time, I have been targeting fish from 5 feet to 25 feet of water.
For the deeper fish, I have been using the shaky head/green worm combo as well as a drop-shot. My bait of choice for the drop-shot has been a sunrise pearl sissy worm from Wackem - this is really a great bait, especially when the sun is out. When it is cloudy, I have been using a variety of green-pumpkin combos to get bit. I have been catching some on a spoon as well, but I have not focused on the spoon due to the availability of good fish in shallower water.
For my shallower fish, I have also been using a green shaky head/worm combo for most of my bites. I have been targeting shallow creek channels for these fish. I have also caught a few on flukes and jerk-baits as well in these areas - it just depends on the mood of the fish. Remember, the cloudy days will cause them to become spread out, and search baits should work best - throw Fish-Head Spins or small crank-baits to catch fish in the backs of pockets.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am still booking for December - I will be around during the holidays and would love to get out on the lake with you - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Hello Everyone -
Fishing has remained good at the end of November and into the first part of December. The water stained up during this period due to the recent rains, particularly in certain creeks. The lower main lake has remained clear, and the water temperature has fallen from nearly 60 down to right around the 50 mark. The water level has hung around 1068, which is 3 feet below full pool. During this time, I have been targeting fish from 5 feet to 25 feet of water.
For the deeper fish, I have been using the shaky head/green worm combo as well as a drop-shot. My bait of choice for the drop-shot has been a sunrise pearl sissy worm from Wackem - this is really a great bait, especially when the sun is out. When it is cloudy, I have been using a variety of green-pumpkin combos to get bit. I have been catching some on a spoon as well, but I have not focused on the spoon due to the availability of good fish in shallower water.
For my shallower fish, I have also been using a green shaky head/worm combo for most of my bites. I have been targeting shallow creek channels for these fish. I have also caught a few on flukes and jerk-baits as well in these areas - it just depends on the mood of the fish. Remember, the cloudy days will cause them to become spread out, and search baits should work best - throw Fish-Head Spins or small crank-baits to catch fish in the backs of pockets.
I recommend everyone check out the LanierMAPPED.com site ASAP - there are lots of recent changes that I am sure you will be interested in!! And remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase.
I am still booking for December - I will be around during the holidays and would love to get out on the lake with you - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip!!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Nov 11-19, 2010
FISHING REPORT:
Hey Gang -
Fishing has been really good the last 10 days. I have had some great trips and great action on the water during that time. Fish are still scattered, but have been easier to catch recently.
I have been working 10-50 feet deep and catching fish everywhere in between. I have been targeting points that kiss into the main lake channel or river channel for my deep fish. I have been using a drop shot mainly - my bait of choice as been a sunrise pearl sissy worm from Wackem - they have really been eating this little guy!
For my shallower fish, I have been using a green shaky head/worm combo for most of my bites. I have been targeting steep rock walls as well as docks with brush in the vicinity for my best and most consistent fish. I have also caught a few on flukes as well in these areas - it just depends on the mood of the fish. Remember, the cloudy days will cause them to become spread out, and search baits should work best - throw fish-head spins or small crankbaits to catch fish in the backs of pockets. On windy days, the blade and jerkbait bite should get going good as well - look on rocky main lake points for this bite.
Make sure to check LanierMAPPED.com for the best information on holes - when I am stuck and not catching them from my normal stuff, I go straight to my LanierMAPPED.com directory! It really works! Remember to use the JIMBO code for a 20% discount on anything you purchase.
I am out on Tuesday and Friday of Thanksgiving week, but I still have Wed open if anyone is interested - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Hey Gang -
Fishing has been really good the last 10 days. I have had some great trips and great action on the water during that time. Fish are still scattered, but have been easier to catch recently.
I have been working 10-50 feet deep and catching fish everywhere in between. I have been targeting points that kiss into the main lake channel or river channel for my deep fish. I have been using a drop shot mainly - my bait of choice as been a sunrise pearl sissy worm from Wackem - they have really been eating this little guy!
For my shallower fish, I have been using a green shaky head/worm combo for most of my bites. I have been targeting steep rock walls as well as docks with brush in the vicinity for my best and most consistent fish. I have also caught a few on flukes as well in these areas - it just depends on the mood of the fish. Remember, the cloudy days will cause them to become spread out, and search baits should work best - throw fish-head spins or small crankbaits to catch fish in the backs of pockets. On windy days, the blade and jerkbait bite should get going good as well - look on rocky main lake points for this bite.
Make sure to check LanierMAPPED.com for the best information on holes - when I am stuck and not catching them from my normal stuff, I go straight to my LanierMAPPED.com directory! It really works! Remember to use the JIMBO code for a 20% discount on anything you purchase.
I am out on Tuesday and Friday of Thanksgiving week, but I still have Wed open if anyone is interested - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Nov 1-10, 2010
FISHING REPORT:
Hey Gang -
I have been out on several trips over the past couple of weeks and wanted to send everyone an update on the results. Fishing has been good for the most part, but every day is different! As is typical in Fall, the fish are scattered and can be caught in a number of different ways from a number of different locations around the lake.
My best days have included some topwater action - those days just prior to a front have been better. I have actually experienced my best bite on cloudy or rainy days, as I have found the schooling activity to be best then. Check in the mouths of creeks to the mid-points of major creeks to find the schooling action. I have seen literally acres of fish busting at once - it is quite a site! When you see this action, toss your topwater bait into the middle of frey and hold on! I have caught both spots and stripers with this technique - the big spots and stripers often school together. A number of different topwater plugs have been working, including spooks, chugbugs, and flukes. I actually caught a 20 lbs stripe on top last week - I missed out on some good spot action when I was fighting him though!
When the schooling bite is slow, I have been focusing on steep main lake and secondary points. In addition, I have found fish in the pockets towards the back of the creeks. Main lake and creek humps along with long running points have also held fish on certain days, so stay flexible and focus around the brush, particularly on sunny days. I have caught these fish on a shaky head and drop shot mainly. I am dipping ALL of my plastics in JJ's Magic Clear - I just catch more fish that way - no kidding. I have found a variety of plastics to be working, but I really like the Pointy Tail from Wackem - I have been using green pumpkin the most. Check LanierMAPPED.com for the best information on holes - when I am stuck and not catching them from my normal stuff, I go straight to my LanierMAPPED.com directory! It really works! Remember to use the JIMBO code for a 20% discount on anything you purchase.
I have a couple of days open this coming week - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Hey Gang -
I have been out on several trips over the past couple of weeks and wanted to send everyone an update on the results. Fishing has been good for the most part, but every day is different! As is typical in Fall, the fish are scattered and can be caught in a number of different ways from a number of different locations around the lake.
My best days have included some topwater action - those days just prior to a front have been better. I have actually experienced my best bite on cloudy or rainy days, as I have found the schooling activity to be best then. Check in the mouths of creeks to the mid-points of major creeks to find the schooling action. I have seen literally acres of fish busting at once - it is quite a site! When you see this action, toss your topwater bait into the middle of frey and hold on! I have caught both spots and stripers with this technique - the big spots and stripers often school together. A number of different topwater plugs have been working, including spooks, chugbugs, and flukes. I actually caught a 20 lbs stripe on top last week - I missed out on some good spot action when I was fighting him though!
When the schooling bite is slow, I have been focusing on steep main lake and secondary points. In addition, I have found fish in the pockets towards the back of the creeks. Main lake and creek humps along with long running points have also held fish on certain days, so stay flexible and focus around the brush, particularly on sunny days. I have caught these fish on a shaky head and drop shot mainly. I am dipping ALL of my plastics in JJ's Magic Clear - I just catch more fish that way - no kidding. I have found a variety of plastics to be working, but I really like the Pointy Tail from Wackem - I have been using green pumpkin the most. Check LanierMAPPED.com for the best information on holes - when I am stuck and not catching them from my normal stuff, I go straight to my LanierMAPPED.com directory! It really works! Remember to use the JIMBO code for a 20% discount on anything you purchase.
I have a couple of days open this coming week - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report - Oct 17-23, 2010
FISHING REPORT:
Hello Everyone -
Well, I finally got back on the water this week after experiencing some motor trouble last week - I was off the water nearly 10 days unfortunately - which explains the lack of a fishing report last week - my apologies! I have to say that the folks at Mercury did NOT take care of me, and when presented with the opportunity to do the right thing, they looked the other way. So, I am no longer a fan of Mercury and would encourage each of you to strongly consider your next purchase to not include a Mercury outboard - just my humble opinion after the experience and conversations I had with the Mercury customer service department this past week.
Onto fishing - I was out on a trip Tuesday with Tim - we went on his brand new G3. I found this center console rig to be a geat set up, and one that will ensure Tim and his buddies will be fishing comfortably for years to come. It was Yamaha powered, and ran very smoothly. We focused on boat and electronic set-up. I worked with Tim on explaining his Lowrance GPS/Chartplotter, and teaching him the things for which he needed to look in finding active, feeding fish as well as key structure and cover. We also worked on lake navigation, as Tim was not very familiar with Lake Lanier. Using a paper map as well as his GPS unit, I explained the keys to navigating Lake Lanier as well as map reading to determine areas that are more likely to hold fish than others. Oh yeah, and we made time for fishing too! We caught several fish on a shaky head worm - we targeted bluff rock and brush in 15-20 feet of water. Tim did a great job and learned quickly - I know he will have many great fishing days ahead. Awesome work Tim!
I was also out on Thursday to test run my boat and made time to fish that afternoon. We were experiencing post front conditions, so I focused on finesse fishing for the day. I caught nearly 30 fish, but not much size to them - my biggest was about 2.5 lbs. I again utilized the shaky head worm and drop-shot rig for the majority of my fish. Not suprising for a post-front day. I tried some other techniques without success, but my main concern was ensuring that motor was up to par and running well. All is great on that front, and I am back in business, so to speak!
I have a couple of days open this coming week - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Hello Everyone -
Well, I finally got back on the water this week after experiencing some motor trouble last week - I was off the water nearly 10 days unfortunately - which explains the lack of a fishing report last week - my apologies! I have to say that the folks at Mercury did NOT take care of me, and when presented with the opportunity to do the right thing, they looked the other way. So, I am no longer a fan of Mercury and would encourage each of you to strongly consider your next purchase to not include a Mercury outboard - just my humble opinion after the experience and conversations I had with the Mercury customer service department this past week.
Onto fishing - I was out on a trip Tuesday with Tim - we went on his brand new G3. I found this center console rig to be a geat set up, and one that will ensure Tim and his buddies will be fishing comfortably for years to come. It was Yamaha powered, and ran very smoothly. We focused on boat and electronic set-up. I worked with Tim on explaining his Lowrance GPS/Chartplotter, and teaching him the things for which he needed to look in finding active, feeding fish as well as key structure and cover. We also worked on lake navigation, as Tim was not very familiar with Lake Lanier. Using a paper map as well as his GPS unit, I explained the keys to navigating Lake Lanier as well as map reading to determine areas that are more likely to hold fish than others. Oh yeah, and we made time for fishing too! We caught several fish on a shaky head worm - we targeted bluff rock and brush in 15-20 feet of water. Tim did a great job and learned quickly - I know he will have many great fishing days ahead. Awesome work Tim!
I was also out on Thursday to test run my boat and made time to fish that afternoon. We were experiencing post front conditions, so I focused on finesse fishing for the day. I caught nearly 30 fish, but not much size to them - my biggest was about 2.5 lbs. I again utilized the shaky head worm and drop-shot rig for the majority of my fish. Not suprising for a post-front day. I tried some other techniques without success, but my main concern was ensuring that motor was up to par and running well. All is great on that front, and I am back in business, so to speak!
I have a couple of days open this coming week - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report October 3-10, 2010
Hello Friends -
I have some exciting news to report - I have added another sponsor! It is my pleasure to announce that I have teamed up with Scott Pledger and his group at Wackem Crazy Baits! Wackem offers an outstanding line of hand-poured plastics in a variety of colors and designs. These baits are very durable, and fish love 'em! I am proud to be working with Wackem, and look forward to keep you all posted on what colors and baits are working out on the pond!
FISHING REPORT:
I had several trips this week, all with great success. I want to highlight my trip with Ron and Westin. We went out together on Friday and really had a great day. We worked Wackem Worms and Green Yum Houdini worms on a shaky head for our best results - everything we threw was dipped in JJ's Magic Clear - more bites baby! We focused on bluff walls with wood and rock, but the rock was really key. Brush in 15-20 feet was also very productive for us. Westin jumped on 'em right away catching fish on the shaky head - some solid ones too. Dad was the hero for the day though as he popped a 4 pound spot in the afternoon - great to see how much fun he had with the that one. Make sure to check out the pictures on my website. Ron and Westin were a great father/son combo - they learned quickly and applied the knowledge to put a spanking on the fish! Great job Westin and Ron!! Can't wait for the next trip! I also had the pleasure of taking out Waine Pittman on Saturday, a local Atlanta-area pro who was in town to prepare for a late October tournament on Lanier. Waine qualified for the BassMasters Classic 2 years ago, and is an outstanding angler. I showed him some of my hotspots on the lake - we caught over 20 for the day, with Waine connecting on a 4 1/2 pound lip for big fish of the day. Waine and I worked the shaky head again for our best results - steep rock and brush were the keys. Topwater has been hit or miss, but we caught some good ones this week on a regular pop-r at daylight. My biggest was 3.5 lbs, and they were agressive hits! Check it out each day - I expect this to get better in the days ahead. I also had a trip on Sunday with Kurt and Dave - we caught a few on the shaky head in the AM on rocky bluffs, but had the day cut short by motor trouble. I look forward to getting these guys back out again soon - they were alot of fun and good anglers - I know the next trip will be much more productive! I have a couple of days open this week - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
I have some exciting news to report - I have added another sponsor! It is my pleasure to announce that I have teamed up with Scott Pledger and his group at Wackem Crazy Baits! Wackem offers an outstanding line of hand-poured plastics in a variety of colors and designs. These baits are very durable, and fish love 'em! I am proud to be working with Wackem, and look forward to keep you all posted on what colors and baits are working out on the pond!
FISHING REPORT:
I had several trips this week, all with great success. I want to highlight my trip with Ron and Westin. We went out together on Friday and really had a great day. We worked Wackem Worms and Green Yum Houdini worms on a shaky head for our best results - everything we threw was dipped in JJ's Magic Clear - more bites baby! We focused on bluff walls with wood and rock, but the rock was really key. Brush in 15-20 feet was also very productive for us. Westin jumped on 'em right away catching fish on the shaky head - some solid ones too. Dad was the hero for the day though as he popped a 4 pound spot in the afternoon - great to see how much fun he had with the that one. Make sure to check out the pictures on my website. Ron and Westin were a great father/son combo - they learned quickly and applied the knowledge to put a spanking on the fish! Great job Westin and Ron!! Can't wait for the next trip! I also had the pleasure of taking out Waine Pittman on Saturday, a local Atlanta-area pro who was in town to prepare for a late October tournament on Lanier. Waine qualified for the BassMasters Classic 2 years ago, and is an outstanding angler. I showed him some of my hotspots on the lake - we caught over 20 for the day, with Waine connecting on a 4 1/2 pound lip for big fish of the day. Waine and I worked the shaky head again for our best results - steep rock and brush were the keys. Topwater has been hit or miss, but we caught some good ones this week on a regular pop-r at daylight. My biggest was 3.5 lbs, and they were agressive hits! Check it out each day - I expect this to get better in the days ahead. I also had a trip on Sunday with Kurt and Dave - we caught a few on the shaky head in the AM on rocky bluffs, but had the day cut short by motor trouble. I look forward to getting these guys back out again soon - they were alot of fun and good anglers - I know the next trip will be much more productive! I have a couple of days open this week - call me TODAY at 770-542-7764 to book your trip! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report Sept 27-Oct 2, 2010
Hey Everybody -
I have some exciting news to report - I have added another sponsor! It is my pleasure to announce that I have teamed up with Scott Pledger and his group at Wackem Crazy Baits! Wackem offers an outstanding line of hand-poured plastics in a variety of colors and designs. These baits are very durable, and fish love 'em! I am proud to be working with Wackem, and look forward to keep you all posted on what colors and baits are working out on the pond!
FISHING REPORT:
The cooler weather this week brought a BIG improvement to the fishing! In the mornings, I have been pitching 1/2oz Kick Bass Jigs with Wackem Crazy Craw trailers to shallow grass and cover in the back of creeks to catch fish. There are also fish on key pieces of shoreline cover. Work these areas carefully with a Kick Bass Jig or a Wackem pointy tail worm on a 3/8oz jig-head for best results. A buzzbait has been working well in the AM for some better fish - I am working the bait over the grass as well as the steep rock walls up north - look for transition changes in the bank to produce the best fish. Also, I am happy to report that there are still schooling fish in the lower lake. A variety of topwaters will work if you can get it in the middle of the frey when the fish are busting blue backs on the surface. I prefer the walking baits like a Spook, but others will work as well. I have found areas around the mouths of the creeks to be most productive, but you can see the schooling in many other places also. Sun is key for the schooling bite - afternoons seem to be the best time to target these fish. A drop-shot is still working in the brush - I have been targeting brush in 15-20 feet of water for these bites. I expect the cooling weather to really keep the fish active over the next few weeks - NOW is the time to go - let's get out there!! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to get in on some of the great Fall action. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
I have some exciting news to report - I have added another sponsor! It is my pleasure to announce that I have teamed up with Scott Pledger and his group at Wackem Crazy Baits! Wackem offers an outstanding line of hand-poured plastics in a variety of colors and designs. These baits are very durable, and fish love 'em! I am proud to be working with Wackem, and look forward to keep you all posted on what colors and baits are working out on the pond!
FISHING REPORT:
The cooler weather this week brought a BIG improvement to the fishing! In the mornings, I have been pitching 1/2oz Kick Bass Jigs with Wackem Crazy Craw trailers to shallow grass and cover in the back of creeks to catch fish. There are also fish on key pieces of shoreline cover. Work these areas carefully with a Kick Bass Jig or a Wackem pointy tail worm on a 3/8oz jig-head for best results. A buzzbait has been working well in the AM for some better fish - I am working the bait over the grass as well as the steep rock walls up north - look for transition changes in the bank to produce the best fish. Also, I am happy to report that there are still schooling fish in the lower lake. A variety of topwaters will work if you can get it in the middle of the frey when the fish are busting blue backs on the surface. I prefer the walking baits like a Spook, but others will work as well. I have found areas around the mouths of the creeks to be most productive, but you can see the schooling in many other places also. Sun is key for the schooling bite - afternoons seem to be the best time to target these fish. A drop-shot is still working in the brush - I have been targeting brush in 15-20 feet of water for these bites. I expect the cooling weather to really keep the fish active over the next few weeks - NOW is the time to go - let's get out there!! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to get in on some of the great Fall action. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are biting well - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report - September 18-25, 2010
Hello Everyone!
Fishing Report: Fishing of late has been tough, but I did manage some good fish through the week in preparation for the Camp Sunshine Tournament this weekend. Steve Cox and myself fished the tournament together - we did well in practice and found my shallow jig fish to still be there. We had some back-up areas down south as well, and used both of them in the tournament. Our morning holes produced 2 solid fish, and we could only manage one more keeper in the afternoon. We weighed 5 pounds on a day when double digit weights were rare. I did learn a new trick to catch finicky fish that I used in the tournament and that I will be sharing with my trips in the coming weeks - I know this will only get better and is a secret West Coast technique - call me to book a date and learn! In the mornings, I have been pitching Kick Bass Jigs with Wackem Crazy Craw trailers to shallow grass and cover in the back of creeks to catch fish. The size has been respectable - 2-3lbs range for most. There are still schooling fish in the lower lake, but this is not nearly as strong a pattern as in recent weeks. They can still be caught down there, but you must have patience! A variety of topwaters will work if you can get it in the middle of the frey when the fish are busting blue backs on the surface. I prefer the walking baits like a Spook, but others will work as well. I have found areas around the mouths of the creeks to be most productive, but you can see the schooling in many other places as well. I expect the cooling weather to really turn on the fish and bring them shallower in the next few weeks - we should really be catching them for a long time to come - it is time to fish! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to get in on some of the great Fall action - it will only get better from here! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are moving shallower - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Fishing Report: Fishing of late has been tough, but I did manage some good fish through the week in preparation for the Camp Sunshine Tournament this weekend. Steve Cox and myself fished the tournament together - we did well in practice and found my shallow jig fish to still be there. We had some back-up areas down south as well, and used both of them in the tournament. Our morning holes produced 2 solid fish, and we could only manage one more keeper in the afternoon. We weighed 5 pounds on a day when double digit weights were rare. I did learn a new trick to catch finicky fish that I used in the tournament and that I will be sharing with my trips in the coming weeks - I know this will only get better and is a secret West Coast technique - call me to book a date and learn! In the mornings, I have been pitching Kick Bass Jigs with Wackem Crazy Craw trailers to shallow grass and cover in the back of creeks to catch fish. The size has been respectable - 2-3lbs range for most. There are still schooling fish in the lower lake, but this is not nearly as strong a pattern as in recent weeks. They can still be caught down there, but you must have patience! A variety of topwaters will work if you can get it in the middle of the frey when the fish are busting blue backs on the surface. I prefer the walking baits like a Spook, but others will work as well. I have found areas around the mouths of the creeks to be most productive, but you can see the schooling in many other places as well. I expect the cooling weather to really turn on the fish and bring them shallower in the next few weeks - we should really be catching them for a long time to come - it is time to fish! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to get in on some of the great Fall action - it will only get better from here! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are moving shallower - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report August 29 - Sept 3, 2010
Hey Gang!
Fishing Report: I Kicked some Bass this week! The cooler weather has already brought some good fish shallower. I found fish very shallow in the early AM in the creeks, and then gradually fished deeper as the day progressed. Later in the day, I caught fish off of laydowns close to deep water, as well as rocky bluffs. I dipped my 1/2 oz, football head pumpkin-green Kick Bass Jig (with purple and orange accents) in JJ's Magic Clear - and they bit and held on! I caught several fish over 2 lbs, and my biggest was close to 4 lbs. Also, as the day progressed, I threw the Fish Head Spin on windy points and bluffs and caught several using a medium retreive with pauses - contact with the bottom was important. I was also able to find some schooling fish when I was out, but they are tougher to catch. The best way to catch these fish is to have a topwater bait at the ready, and sling it in the middle of the surface action when you see it. Work it quickly in the middle of the frey and hold on! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to get in on some of the great Fall action - it will only get better from here! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are moving shallower - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Fishing Report: I Kicked some Bass this week! The cooler weather has already brought some good fish shallower. I found fish very shallow in the early AM in the creeks, and then gradually fished deeper as the day progressed. Later in the day, I caught fish off of laydowns close to deep water, as well as rocky bluffs. I dipped my 1/2 oz, football head pumpkin-green Kick Bass Jig (with purple and orange accents) in JJ's Magic Clear - and they bit and held on! I caught several fish over 2 lbs, and my biggest was close to 4 lbs. Also, as the day progressed, I threw the Fish Head Spin on windy points and bluffs and caught several using a medium retreive with pauses - contact with the bottom was important. I was also able to find some schooling fish when I was out, but they are tougher to catch. The best way to catch these fish is to have a topwater bait at the ready, and sling it in the middle of the surface action when you see it. Work it quickly in the middle of the frey and hold on! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to get in on some of the great Fall action - it will only get better from here! Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is here, and the fish are moving shallower - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Remember gang, use the JIMBO Code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% discount on all clips you purchase. Start looking at purchasing clips in the creek mouths and further back in the creeks as well.
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report August 23-28, 2010
Hello again from Jimbo -
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro packages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and way points with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Upper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: I was out 4 times this week with mixed results. I was able to find some schooling fish each day I was out, but they are tough to catch. The best way is catch these fish is to have a topwater bait at the ready, and sling it in the middle of the surface action when you see it. A bone gunfish was my choice for topwater - you can also throw a fish-head spin through these surface fish and catch them as well. Use a medium-fast retrieve with intermittent jerks to create reaction strikes. I also expounded on the steep bank fish pattern from last week. We worked Wackem Crazy Baits on red clay and rock bluff walls. The fish were holding at the end of cover, such as laydown trees or brush that was in the 20 foot zone. I have to say, I was impressed with the Wackem Baits - they offer a great selection of baits that hold up to to repetitive fish and maintain their scent as well. Scott and the team over at Wackem have it going on - thanks to Steve for turning me on to these awesome baits!! My favorite is the Pointy Tail Worm, with the Wild Thing (as a jig trailer or fished alone on a jig head or pegged sinker rig) a close second. We got bit on the the Tomato as well as the R&S Sand colors. Check out their site at www.wackemcrazybaits.com when you have a chance. A special call out to Russ and his dad, Buddy - we enjoyed a great day together on the water this week - even though the fishing was tough, we had a great time - looking forward to our next trip! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is coming, and the fish will be moving shallower soon - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro packages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and way points with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Upper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: I was out 4 times this week with mixed results. I was able to find some schooling fish each day I was out, but they are tough to catch. The best way is catch these fish is to have a topwater bait at the ready, and sling it in the middle of the surface action when you see it. A bone gunfish was my choice for topwater - you can also throw a fish-head spin through these surface fish and catch them as well. Use a medium-fast retrieve with intermittent jerks to create reaction strikes. I also expounded on the steep bank fish pattern from last week. We worked Wackem Crazy Baits on red clay and rock bluff walls. The fish were holding at the end of cover, such as laydown trees or brush that was in the 20 foot zone. I have to say, I was impressed with the Wackem Baits - they offer a great selection of baits that hold up to to repetitive fish and maintain their scent as well. Scott and the team over at Wackem have it going on - thanks to Steve for turning me on to these awesome baits!! My favorite is the Pointy Tail Worm, with the Wild Thing (as a jig trailer or fished alone on a jig head or pegged sinker rig) a close second. We got bit on the the Tomato as well as the R&S Sand colors. Check out their site at www.wackemcrazybaits.com when you have a chance. A special call out to Russ and his dad, Buddy - we enjoyed a great day together on the water this week - even though the fishing was tough, we had a great time - looking forward to our next trip! I still have dates open during the week and weekends, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report! Good luck out there!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is coming, and the fish will be moving shallower soon - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report - August 13-22, 2010
Hello Everyone -
I am excited this week to welcome 3 new sponsors to Jimbo's Spotted Bass Guide Service - Sworming Hornet Lures (The Original Fish Head Spin), Kick Bass Baits (Jigs and Chatterbaits), and JJ's Magic Attractant. I look forward to working with each one of these great companies, and have already had great experiences with each. I know these products work, and I will be sharing insights from my trips on how to use these products to catch more fish!
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro packages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and way points with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Upper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: Fishing has been bit tougher out on the pond of late. The top-water bite has been spotty at best, and the swim bait bite is hit or miss as well, depending on the weather and water conditions. I did some exploration this week up North and found some interesting results. We caught fish by pitching a Kick Bass Jig into shallow cover in morning in the backs of pockets and creeks, and then moved out to steeper walls with isolated cover to keep getting bit as the day progressed. The fish were surprisingly shallow in the morning, as we caught fish in 2 feet of water or less. I tipped my Kick Bass Jig with a pumpkin green Yum Twin Tail Trailer dipped in JJ's chartreuse dye. The drop shot is still working as well in the lower lake, but the size of the fish has not been as good as in week's past. The pink Roboworm as well as the pumpkin green/watermelon-red colors have been my choices for the drop shot. After Cody's success with the Cross-Tail Shad, I started throwing some of those baits he gave me during our trip, and they worked! And of course, I dip all of my plastics in JJ's to get more bites. As Kevin Hawk demonstrated, the Fish Head Spin tipped with a super fluke Jr. fished above the brush is working as well when the fish are active. I still have dates open, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is coming, and the fish will be moving shallower soon - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
I am excited this week to welcome 3 new sponsors to Jimbo's Spotted Bass Guide Service - Sworming Hornet Lures (The Original Fish Head Spin), Kick Bass Baits (Jigs and Chatterbaits), and JJ's Magic Attractant. I look forward to working with each one of these great companies, and have already had great experiences with each. I know these products work, and I will be sharing insights from my trips on how to use these products to catch more fish!
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro packages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and way points with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Upper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: Fishing has been bit tougher out on the pond of late. The top-water bite has been spotty at best, and the swim bait bite is hit or miss as well, depending on the weather and water conditions. I did some exploration this week up North and found some interesting results. We caught fish by pitching a Kick Bass Jig into shallow cover in morning in the backs of pockets and creeks, and then moved out to steeper walls with isolated cover to keep getting bit as the day progressed. The fish were surprisingly shallow in the morning, as we caught fish in 2 feet of water or less. I tipped my Kick Bass Jig with a pumpkin green Yum Twin Tail Trailer dipped in JJ's chartreuse dye. The drop shot is still working as well in the lower lake, but the size of the fish has not been as good as in week's past. The pink Roboworm as well as the pumpkin green/watermelon-red colors have been my choices for the drop shot. After Cody's success with the Cross-Tail Shad, I started throwing some of those baits he gave me during our trip, and they worked! And of course, I dip all of my plastics in JJ's to get more bites. As Kevin Hawk demonstrated, the Fish Head Spin tipped with a super fluke Jr. fished above the brush is working as well when the fish are active. I still have dates open, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report!
The FLW Cup on Lanier was an awesome event! I had the pleasure of guiding Cody Meyer during the pre-practice period for the Cup - he finished second and won $100,000 for his effort. Had his electronics not failed on Day 4, I am sure he would have given Kevin Hawk a strong run for the Championship. LanierMAPPED.com had a booth at the event - we saw many visitors during the weekend, and made some new friends as well. Thanks to everyone for stopping by, and a special thanks to all that purchased this awesome information! I also gave away a guide trip on Lanier, and am happy to report that Ken Amandolia was the winner! Congratulations Ken - I look forward to our day on the water!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service - Fall is coming, and the fish will be moving shallower soon - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report - July 24-30, 2010
Hello Everyone -
I am excited this week to welcome a new sponsor to Jimbo's Spotted Bass Guide Service - Denali Custom Fishing Rods ! I am proud to be a Denali Pro Staff member, and look forward to working with Scott Estes and the team at Denali to help promote these fantastic rods. I really love my Denalis, and I am very excited to try their brand new Noirwood Series. More to come on this as I will be meeting with Scott next week at the Cup - I will provide all of you the detailed information in my next report!
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro pacakages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and waypoints with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Uppper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: The topwater and swimbait bite remains strong on Lanier. When the fish are active, they will eat these baits very well. The chrome Super Spook continues to be key for topwater fish - and I have found that fish we have caught on top are the better fish by far. A good strategy right now to accumulate weight during sunny days is to run and gun the brush with top water - the good fish are there, and they will eat. While the sun is still a plus, the morning bite seems to be improving as well. Make sure to check the Buford Dam Generation Schedules by calling 770-945-1466. The fish bite better in the current. Both the "old" and "new" brush are producing for me. Not every hole produces, but it doesn't take long to figure out if they are active when you stop - your first 2 or 3 casts to the right spot will tell the story. The drop shot is still working as well, but the size of the fish has not been as good as in week's past. The pink Roboworm as well as the pumpkin green/watermellon-red colors have been my choices. As far as recent hotspots on the lake, I would highly suggest the brush in front of the navigation bouy near Clip 394, as well as the brush noted in Clip 44 and Clip 58. Call me to book a trip and catch some hot top water action! I still have dates open, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report!
The FLW Cup on Lanier is next week! LanierMAPPED.com will have a booth at the Gwinnett Center for the FLW Outdoor Show, and we will joined by Eric Aldrich who will be demonstrating Denali Rods, SPRO Lures, as well as working with Hammond's to promote their business. Show Dates and Hours are as follows: Friday, August 6th: Noon - 5 PM; Saturday, August 7th: 10 AM - 4 PM; and Sunday, August 8th: 10 AM - 4 PM. Come out and join us for a great weekend - there will be alot to see at the shows to include a bass boat simulator ride, fishing instruction, and time with the pros!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service is going strong - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com (of course!) - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
NEW FEATURE at LanierMAPPED.com - Contact me for a FREE ON THE WATER DEMONSTRATION! Yes, we will show you, step by step, how to utilize this valuable information ON THE WATER, ON YOUR BOAT for FREE! We can even do it while it is parked in your garage! Call me Today at 770-542-7764 to set up a FREE DEMONSTRATION!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
I am excited this week to welcome a new sponsor to Jimbo's Spotted Bass Guide Service - Denali Custom Fishing Rods ! I am proud to be a Denali Pro Staff member, and look forward to working with Scott Estes and the team at Denali to help promote these fantastic rods. I really love my Denalis, and I am very excited to try their brand new Noirwood Series. More to come on this as I will be meeting with Scott next week at the Cup - I will provide all of you the detailed information in my next report!
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro pacakages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and waypoints with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Uppper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: The topwater and swimbait bite remains strong on Lanier. When the fish are active, they will eat these baits very well. The chrome Super Spook continues to be key for topwater fish - and I have found that fish we have caught on top are the better fish by far. A good strategy right now to accumulate weight during sunny days is to run and gun the brush with top water - the good fish are there, and they will eat. While the sun is still a plus, the morning bite seems to be improving as well. Make sure to check the Buford Dam Generation Schedules by calling 770-945-1466. The fish bite better in the current. Both the "old" and "new" brush are producing for me. Not every hole produces, but it doesn't take long to figure out if they are active when you stop - your first 2 or 3 casts to the right spot will tell the story. The drop shot is still working as well, but the size of the fish has not been as good as in week's past. The pink Roboworm as well as the pumpkin green/watermellon-red colors have been my choices. As far as recent hotspots on the lake, I would highly suggest the brush in front of the navigation bouy near Clip 394, as well as the brush noted in Clip 44 and Clip 58. Call me to book a trip and catch some hot top water action! I still have dates open, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report!
The FLW Cup on Lanier is next week! LanierMAPPED.com will have a booth at the Gwinnett Center for the FLW Outdoor Show, and we will joined by Eric Aldrich who will be demonstrating Denali Rods, SPRO Lures, as well as working with Hammond's to promote their business. Show Dates and Hours are as follows: Friday, August 6th: Noon - 5 PM; Saturday, August 7th: 10 AM - 4 PM; and Sunday, August 8th: 10 AM - 4 PM. Come out and join us for a great weekend - there will be alot to see at the shows to include a bass boat simulator ride, fishing instruction, and time with the pros!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service is going strong - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com (of course!) - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
NEW FEATURE at LanierMAPPED.com - Contact me for a FREE ON THE WATER DEMONSTRATION! Yes, we will show you, step by step, how to utilize this valuable information ON THE WATER, ON YOUR BOAT for FREE! We can even do it while it is parked in your garage! Call me Today at 770-542-7764 to set up a FREE DEMONSTRATION!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Friday, July 23, 2010
Lake Lanier Fishing Report July 12 - 23, 2010
Hello Everyone -
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro pacakages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and waypoints with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Uppper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: Things have been changing on the water the past few days. The mid-day topwater bite has came back strong - which is great to see! Also, fish are feeding shallower than in the past few weeks. I am consistently catching fish in the 15-25 foot depths when the sun is out and the wind is blowing, both on topwater and a drop-shot. Previously, my better fish were coming from the 25-30 foot range. Watch your electronics - when the bait and fish start hanging out in that 10-20 foot depth range, it should be "game on" for the topwater bite! My best top water action has came on a chrome super-spook. The chrome really seems to be key for topwater fish - and I have found that fish we have caught on top are the better fish by far. A good strategy right now to accumulate weight during sunny days is to run and gun the brush with top water - the good fish are there, and they will eat. Both the "old" and "new" brush are producing for me. Not every hole produces, but it doesn't take long to figure out if they are active when you stop - your first 2 or 3 casts to the right spot will tell the story. Also, the Pink Roboworm has been falling off a bit - a sampling of some of the more traditional Lanier colors may be the best strategy for the drop-shot. Call me to book a trip and catch some hot top water action! I still have dates open, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report!
Rich and I are gearing up for the FLW Cup on Lanier. LanierMAPPED.com will have a booth at the Gwinnett Center for the FLW Outdoor Show. Show Dates and Hours are as follows: Friday, August 6th: Noon - 5 PM; Saturday, August 7th: 10 AM - 4 PM; and Sunday, August 8th: 10 AM - 4 PM. Come out and join us for a great weekend - there will be alot to see at the shows to include a bass boat simulator ride, fishing instruction, and time with the pros!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service is going strong - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com (of course!) - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
NEW FEATURE at LanierMAPPED.com - Contact me for a FREE ON THE WATER DEMONSTRATION! Yes, we will show you, step by step, how to utilize this valuable information ON THE WATER, ON YOUR BOAT for FREE! We can even do it while it is parked in your garage! Call me Today at 770-542-7764 to set up a FREE DEMONSTRATION!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
Remember gang, continue to use the JIMBO code at LanierMAPPED.com for a 20% Discount on all of our products!! What a great time to purchase main lake clips as well as clips at the mouths of the creeks. The fish are in the off-shore brush now, and the LanierMAPPED.com information is more important than ever. For packages, I strongly recommend one of our Semi-Pro pacakages - this is a great value - you get approximately 250 videos and waypoints with each Semi-Pro package, and you can pick the section of the lake you want - Uppper, Mid-lake, or Lower end. Focus on the humps with brush and brush piles on points/drops near deep water. LanierMAPPED.com is more important than ever right now - we have those key areas marked with video and that information will put you on the fish. And, better yet, our Pro's Package is available on an IPAD - all the information comes pre-loaded - WOW!!
Fishing Report: Things have been changing on the water the past few days. The mid-day topwater bite has came back strong - which is great to see! Also, fish are feeding shallower than in the past few weeks. I am consistently catching fish in the 15-25 foot depths when the sun is out and the wind is blowing, both on topwater and a drop-shot. Previously, my better fish were coming from the 25-30 foot range. Watch your electronics - when the bait and fish start hanging out in that 10-20 foot depth range, it should be "game on" for the topwater bite! My best top water action has came on a chrome super-spook. The chrome really seems to be key for topwater fish - and I have found that fish we have caught on top are the better fish by far. A good strategy right now to accumulate weight during sunny days is to run and gun the brush with top water - the good fish are there, and they will eat. Both the "old" and "new" brush are producing for me. Not every hole produces, but it doesn't take long to figure out if they are active when you stop - your first 2 or 3 casts to the right spot will tell the story. Also, the Pink Roboworm has been falling off a bit - a sampling of some of the more traditional Lanier colors may be the best strategy for the drop-shot. Call me to book a trip and catch some hot top water action! I still have dates open, so call me at 770-542-7764 to book a trip. Visit my website at Jimboonlanier.com More to come next week with another full report!
Rich and I are gearing up for the FLW Cup on Lanier. LanierMAPPED.com will have a booth at the Gwinnett Center for the FLW Outdoor Show. Show Dates and Hours are as follows: Friday, August 6th: Noon - 5 PM; Saturday, August 7th: 10 AM - 4 PM; and Sunday, August 8th: 10 AM - 4 PM. Come out and join us for a great weekend - there will be alot to see at the shows to include a bass boat simulator ride, fishing instruction, and time with the pros!
Jimbo's Lake Lanier Guide Service is going strong - come join us for some fun on the water! Jimbo's Guide Service is powered by LanierMAPPED.com (of course!) - check out my website for all the details and some great pictures jimboonlanier.com
NEW FEATURE at LanierMAPPED.com - Contact me for a FREE ON THE WATER DEMONSTRATION! Yes, we will show you, step by step, how to utilize this valuable information ON THE WATER, ON YOUR BOAT for FREE! We can even do it while it is parked in your garage! Call me Today at 770-542-7764 to set up a FREE DEMONSTRATION!
Until next time everybody - tight lines!!
Jimbo
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