Reviewing the BASSTrak data log proves how productive the shad spawn was on Day 1. From 7:30-8:30 a.m., the bite paid off for those anglers keying exclusively on the shad spawn. Here’s a quick rundown of anglers and their weights caught during that crucial hour.
Edwin Evers struck fast and early. In quick succession he caught bass weighing 3-0, 4-0, 2-0 and 2-0.
The weights moved up as the hour progressed.
Andy Montgomery, 6-0
Michael Iaconelli, 6-0
Chris Zaldain, 5-0
Wesley Strader, 5-0
Dave Lefebre, 5-8