Do Big Baits Always Catch Bigger Fish?

[Bluebasser86]

Not all the time. I caught a 6 1/2 pounder crappie fishing with a 2 inch grub once. I've also caught fish smaller than my bait on several occasions while fishing with large baits. Fish are always looking for a chance to feed, I believe the big bait is just more appealing since it's less work for more reward. If a little grub or worm lands right in front of a big fish though I doubt it takes much energy to suck it in so they take the chance to get an easy meal.

[river-rat]

Generally speaking, I tend to catch a larger average size when using large baits. However, with that being said, I can also state that it's not unsual to catch a 12" fish on 10" or larger worms.

What's most surprising to me is that from late winter through pre-spawn I use a 1/2 oz. spinnerbait with a #4 Colorado/#7 willow leaf blade combination and have an Uncle Josh Spring Lizard Pup for a trailer and some days catch more 12" - 13" fish than anything else.

[flippin and pitchin]

nope

[J Francho]

Got you beat: