Folsom Bass Team - Berryessa Brawl

On February 13th fourteen FBT teams launched from Markley Marina after enjoying several days of seasonally comfy weather. Hopes of crossing paths with a biggie getting the jump on pre-spawn dining were cautiously muttered by a few and on the minds of many. The muddy water that many had experienced in the past weeks was clearing nicely prompting the appearance of some big baits on the decks.

Early season sunburns were apparent at the weigh in, testimony to mainly flat water and tough fishing. Ironically, FBT member at large Steve Eason showed up to fun fish by himself and didn't sign up for the event. Bad move. His solo effort gave him about 14 +change, with a real bragger of 7.5 something or other. Those who did register were limited to more yeoman type results.

Despite a major "Mercurial" setback, Mike Hara and Dick McHenry managed to dredge out
a 9.20 lb limit from deep structure with jigs and soft plastics. Props to Jonathan Ashcroft for giving Mikes third place bag a ride to the weigh in.

Rumor has it that Chris Sisto caged a limit in pre-fish, and dumped them in the well on gameday. Hmmm. He and co-angler Merle Drucker later stated that shaky head worms tricked a 10.44lb limit. Whatever. They were awarded a Silver medal for either effort.

Rick Lloren teamed with Rob Ridge and worked a series of secondary points on the main lake with jigs and worms and squeaked out the win with a 10.67lb bag.

Big Fish honors went to Gary Coffman with a 2.89lb spot.

The next venue will be Clear Lake on March seventh. Rising water and milder temps ought to bring out a few heavyweights for the playdate. See ya there, and remember, if you don't sign up, you can't win.