Smallmouth on FnF ?

[Jig Man]

A few years ago I invested in a couple of FnF setups hoping for winter smallmouth.  So far I have caught largemouth, spots, whites, carp, catfish, and 3 species of crappie but not one smallmouth.

3 days ago I got 10 smallmouth on top of a shelf while fishing for largemouth.  I got to thinking that they might have hit a FnF jig.  Since the weather is still warm and the water is 60° would it be better for me to make some larger FnF jigs instead of the little ones I have been using?  If so what color combinations would you recommend for clear water?

Here are some of the colors I have on hand.

[Crestliner2008]

I've known about the FnF technique for some time now, but have yet to try it. Only because it really doesn't make much sense to me. Let me explain my position: The concept of putting a fly (actually a light weight jig) deep is very valid. It works marvels on crappie using a 1/32 oz. marabou jig. However, why on God's earth would you use it the way it's proposed? Long (10' - 14') specialized rod and fixed bobber? Why not just use a 7' or 8' UL or fly rod and use a slip bobber? You'd have less casting problems and can vary your presentation depth a heck of alot easier. Am I missing something here? Please tell me why I need to spend another $100. on a rod I can only use a few times a year!

[Jig Man]

If you google Float n Fly you will find the answers to your questions.