Thunder & Lighting

[nptstriper]

I know Bass have a sensitivity to light. Flash lights, latterns, fires are all tabue so you would think lighting would spook them also? Any one have a opinion on this??
Thanks!

[rwilhelm]

Don't know and don't want to try and find out. As soon as I see any lighting I head back to the car.

[RIJIMMY]

Originally Posted by rwilhelm

Don't know and don't want to try and find out. As soon as I see any lighting I head back to the car.

Amen to that.

[eelman]

My 29th , this year..Horrible thunderstorms lightning everywhere..During this Steve lands bass of 40lbs 33lbs and 35lbs, I was there. The fishing was awesome that night and the funny part is the best of it was during the storm.Naturally it is dangerous , however from a standpoint of "does it matter to the fish" absolutely not! This is one reason I just called Fishoholic to have a fiberglass rod made ! I dont run for cover unless its really bad and close.

As far as lights on the water go? I think its BS, I never turn my back to the water when unhooking fish or wading, Now I do not advocate putting the light on the water every chance you get and I always keep it off when fishing but, If it means the difference between a broken neck and some light on the water I chose the light, I have never noticed any difference in my score. I tried the red light which I just baught and I dont like it, it does not penetrate the water enough to wade safely, I use a "mini Q 40" Dive light which is awesome. I am also not advocating the use of lanterns or million candle power hand helds, just using the light for safety and when you have to does not spook the fish IMO.......

[nptstriper]

Thank #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&, That is exactly what I wanted to here...

[capesams]

one yes- one no...we were into a good size school of lrg. on the beach when old thor desided to let go...it didn't take the fish 15 sec.'s to completely vanish..the beach was dead after that. so I'd have to say it scare's the crap outta them.