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Flashing a blade bait

Connecticut pro Paul Mueller has used his Northern knowledge of blade baits to catch bass all over the country. Photo by Andy Crawford

Bassmaster Elite Series pro Paul Mueller knows a thing or two about fish ing in the cold. While living and guiding in New England, Mueller has learned to cope with below-freezing temperatures and has several cold-water techniques to stay on fish as the waters begin to freeze. As uncomfortable as it may be fishing with water temperatures in the 30s, plenty of good fish can be caught. One of the best baits for the fall and winter is a blade bait.