As I was reeling in a seven inch bassMAMMA CASS

[coachjsimm]

Today was very interesting.................As I was reeling in about an 8 inch bass MOMMA

CASS hit it like a MAKO hitting a striper. Needless to say my line snapped and i tried to reach the float

but I fell in the pond. When I finally got hold of the float there was no line attatched.

I usually catch 3-4 pounders in this pond. This fish is at least 9-10 pounds.

My question is how do I land this fish ???? He/she will be set free..........I just want a snapshot.

He was right on shore near a large rock when he hit the small bass. I usually see him swimm by at least

once a fishing session (2HOURS)..........I'm pretty much a rookie to the sport..........

THANKS.............COACHJSIMM

[orey10m]

If the fish is really this large, i can guarantee you its a she. If you do see the fish, don't move and make alot of commotion of course,  as this will spook her. I would try a subtle soft plastic thrown way in front of her path. (Weightless trickworm, or fluke) I just wouldn't recommend throwing it  on top her head right away. If she doesn't take the worm/fluke, try jerking it to make a sudden reaction bite or something like that. good luck

[THEbassmaster]

id have to say try a swimbait. since it hit an 8 inch bass, get about an 8 inch bass swimbait. thats my advice. good luck and hope you get Big Mamma!

aaron

[Keithscatch]

Wait a minute. I was told that a bass will not eat another bass ;) ;) lol.

Spinnerbait, swimbaits and worms would be my suggestion. If this fails, try big Shiners.

[Brian_Reeves]

rofl keith!  

I'm with everyone else.  If she wants to eat baby bass, give her baby bass.  Pick up a swimbait, baby bass colored action tail worm, or baby bass colored mann's baby 1- crankbait.  Give her baby bass and give her a variety.  Get your trophy!

If that fails, then change up the colors just a tad.

[Siebert Outdoors]

Catching a large fish like this is like finding a good woman. You have to talk to them nicely and snuggle up next to them. They dont go out prowling that often.

Or just fish the structure with a jig, spinnerbait, or crank this time of year and that should work too.

[liquidsoap]

Get a palm sized live bluegill and use it for bait, it will go after it and make your heart drop.

[Murray]

live bluegill under a bobber...just kick back untill it its sucked down then set the hook as hard as you can

[GeneinTX]

Match the hatch!!!!

No wait call me and I will come help!!!!

[Dane]

In the pond I fish, I have the same sort of deal, tiny bass getting eaten by big girls on the way in.  Then I discovered the super fluke in baby bass color, and I definately reccomend it.