One on a Super Duper; Other on a Fishing Fly [12-29-2014]

Originally published 12-29-2014

Evening reports from the Field Team indicates two Trout were caught. One went for a Silver Super Duper; other went for the COAF Griffith's Gnat.

Key notes from today were:

• Bread under a Bobber worked well for several fishermen this evening
• Risers started showing around 4PM and lasted till about 5:30PM
• Super Dupers were getting bit in Silver and Gold but action shifted to bait fishing after sunset
• PowerBait fished on a Power Bait Fishing Rig worked well after dark for a couple of fishermen

Video below shows one Trout caught on a Super Duper; other caught on a COAF Griffith's Gnat:

Trout Were Liking Inline Spinners... BFS Fishing Works! | Towne Lake - 2022 Trout Derby | Fishing Trip Report | 2-19-2022

Towne Lake - 2022 Trout Derby | Fishing Trip Report | 2-19-2022

Trout were liking inline spinners - specifically, Rooster Tails. Local Trout Derby was winding down but the trout were getting active. Rooster Tails as well as Power Worms were favored lures and baits.

Yours truly opted for Bait Finesse Systems style fishing casting a 1/16oz Rooster Tail to trout lurking mid-pond.

Fun times!

Trip Information

• Date: 2-19-2022
• Time: 1030-1230
• Location: Towne Lake, McKinney, TX

Key Take Aways:

• Trout Derby was in progress; noted some were catching trout. Slow compared to past years.
• PowerWorms, PowerBait, Corn, and some action on lures. Not able to see specific lures.
• Calm, with Temps in the 30s in the AM but warmed to 50's by Noon.
• Slow action in the small pond; looks shallower with more silt
• Larger pond had some action that later picked up in the day.
• Murky water, visibility less than a foot.
• Fire Tail Rooster Tail fished on a steady but slow retrieve worked!

Gear Used:

• Microlite Bass Pro Shops 4’10” UL Rod
• Shimano Scorpion 17 BFS-XG Reel
• 6lbs Stren Mono

BFS Lure Data

• DIY Inline Spinner – 1/16oz – Silver/Black – Zero Fish
• Rooster Tail – 1/16oz – Gold / Fire Tail

Fish Data

• Rainbow Trout – 9″ to 12" – Roster Tail (Fire Tail) – Steady but Slow Retrieve
• Estimated 25+ total count - caught, released, or missed strikes

Lessons Learned

• Similar to past years, Rooster Tails with Gold Blade and chartreuse were best.
• Also, PowerWorms fished on bottom with split shot were best.
• Fishing under floats worked but slower bite.

COAF Field Team Video

Latest iFishRadio Broadcast Posted... [12-29-2014]

Originally published 12-29-2014.

Got the word that the latest iFishRadio Broadcast is posted. Do check it out when you get a chance!

Today's episode included:

• Trout Fishing at Bethany Lakes
• Trout Fishing at Waterloo Park Pond
• Fishing Flies that have been working for the Field Team
• What is working for other fishermen
• Homemade Fly Fishing Leaders

Note: Episode was deleted from the archive. Do checkout this update about trout fishing in Oklahoma!

iFishRadio Podcasts (2014):
COAF Fishing Summary - Episode 1

Fished Waterloo In Denison This Morning [12-28-2014]

Field Team reported a limit of Trout caught at Waterloo Park Pond in Denison. One member struck out but did get a couple of strikes. Overall, cold temps slowed the action down but did pick up as the day warmed. 

Key notes this round:

• Catfish were striking PowerBait
• BH GRHEN fished 2′-3′ under an indicator were getting strikes in the morning (overcast and cold)
• As the sun came out, bite turned off for the BH GRHEN
• Heard from others that Near Deere were getting bit later in the day

Video clip below shows the action on the BH GRHEN:

Another Round at Bethany Lakes [12-27-2014]

Originally posted 12-27-2014.

Latest update from the Field Team.... action Bethany Lakes remains steady for some. Key notes this round:

• Black Super Duper started out strong but tapered off in the evening
• Bread under a Bobber were getting bit with a limit taken using it
• Other were getting strikes using PowerWorm under a Bobber as well

Video clip below shows two Trout taken on a Black Super Duper:

More Reports from Bethany Lakes [12-26-2014]

Originally published 12-26-2014.

Another report from Bethany Lakes. This one included a video and an onsite Podcast. Zeke, who brought his dog but no fishing pole tagged along and stretched his legs while watching the action.

Here are key notes from today:

• Game Warden checked fishing licenses this morning, be sure your license is up to date
• Black Super Duper was the go to lure; tried gold, silver, and copper... one hit on the silver
• Bubble Fly Rigs with a Black Nymph were getting strikes
• PowerWorms under a Bobber were getting strikes as well

Video clip shows action on the Black Super Duper:

Onsite Podcast from iFishRadio:

Warren Sports Complex | Fishing Trip Report | 2-13-2022

In keeping with the rollout of our Bait Finesse Systems Fishing Journal, the following is the Fishing Trip Report for last Sunday – Super Bowl Sunday, to the Warren Sports Complex. Plan was to catch a trout or two, but as it turned out only one for trip. At least, it was not a strikeout!

PS: Added footage to the video on a follow-up trip on Valentine’s Day to catch Bass on Senkos BFS Style!

Trip Information

• Date: 2-13-2022
• Time: 0930-1230
• Location: Warren Sports Complex, Frisco, TX

Key Take Aways:

• Trout were stocked Thursday, and then the Annual Trick A Trout Derby was held Saturday.
• Temps dropped 30 degrees on Sunday compared to Sunday.
• Trout action was mainly on the Northeast end and the West side. Action seemed best near “waterflow” areas.
• Windy, NW at 10+ mph
• Gold Super Duper worked for one individual; long casts and steady retrieve.
• Fire Tail Rooster Tail worked for one trout; slow retrieve.

Gear Used:

• Microlite Bass Pro Shops 4’10” UL Rod
• Shimano Scorpion 17 BFS-XG Reel
• 6lbs Stren Mono
• Shakespeare Microcast Rod 4’6″
• Kastking Zephyr without Reel Clicker
• 6lbs Stren Mono

BFS Lure Data

• DIY Inline Spinner – 1/16oz – Silver/Black – Zero Fish
• Super Duper – 502 – Gold – Zero Fish
• Rooster Tail – 1/16oz – Gold / Fire Tail – 1 Fish
• Slim Jim Spoon – 1/12oz – Blue/Silver – Zero Fish

Fish Data

• Rainbow Trout – 9″ – Roster Tail (Fire Tail) – Slow Retrieve

Lessons Learned

• Fish are tending to Northeast end and/or West side where water is deeper.
• Waterflow areas were key.
• Fish deep when using Power Bait
• South end is shallow, looks promising for later in the year when temps warm.
• Pond is large with the typical “stock tank” slope. Plan to fish parallel or at acute angles when warm water bite starts.

COAF Field Team Video

Bait Finesse Systems Fishing Journal

Alrighty, the Bait Finesse Systems Fishing Journal is live on Amazon. I put an order; it delivers tomorrow. I will post a video on how we use it to improve our fishing success.

Provides an easy to use format to capture fishing information such as date, time, and location but with a Bait Finesse Systems Fishing twist to improve catch rates.

Luckily, the format readily applies to other fishing techniques! Do check it out!

Heads Up... Our Store and Author Page is Working!

Quick update on the Team’s activities. This round we have a couple of items on recent happenings…

• COAF Field Team Store – our Amazon store is up and running providing a collection of fishing items we have used and highly recommend to others. It include videos, pictures, product review videos.
• COAF Field Team Amazon Author Central Page – our Amazon Kindle page that provides Fishing Log Books, Journals, and more that we are publishing. It also includes photos, videos, and fishing as well as non-fishing blog posts and articles of interest!

COAF Field Team Store and Author Page

Quick update on the Team's activities. This round we have a couple of items on recent happenings...

• COAF Field Team Store - our Amazon store is up and running providing a collection of fishing items we have used and highly recommend to others. It include videos, pictures, product review videos.
• COAF Field Team Amazon Author Central Page  - our Amazon Kindle page that provides Fishing Log Books, Journals, and more that we are publishing. It also includes photos, videos, and fishing as well as non-fishing blog posts and articles of interest!

Do check them out when you get a chance!

COAF Field Team Store

COAF Field Team Author Central Page