The Heat Is On
“Orlando’s sitting in the high 80s to low 90s this week, with water temps climbing right along with it. Once the water gets above that 86°F comfort zone, bass slow down and get harder to trigger — but they don’t stop biting, they just get pickier about when and how.”
What’s Working Right Now
“No surprise here — wild shiners remain the go-to for the bulk of bigger bass being caught around Central Florida lakes this summer. If you want the highest odds of a solid fish, live bait is still king in this heat. For artificial anglers, soft plastics fished slow and deep (Texas-rigged worms, creature baits) are producing around structure and drop-offs, since bass are holding deeper to escape the surface heat. Topwater and moving baits are better saved for early morning or overcast days.”
Our Tip This Week
“Get out early. Bass feed more actively in the cooler morning hours before the heat really sets in — and it’s a lot more comfortable for you too. Stop by the shop for fresh wild shiners and everything else you need to beat the heat this week.”