Hello friends,

I recently outfitted my 1436 jon with a 93sv and livescope on a homemade pvc pole hooked to a ram mount. I’ve had it out 3 times and haven’t been able to get even a bite! I can see them swimming, but can’t get a thump. I was hoping my friends here can help give me some pointers to get the most out of my livescope please?! I’ve played with gain and noise reduction, but maybe I just am not seeing crappie? I definitley see schools of fish (maybe shad?) and the occasional big one swim by. Need advice!

about the setup: I don’t have a foot controlled trolling motor or spot lock, so I am essentially trying to vertical jig when tied to trees or bridge piling. My trolling motor I hook to transom when I get into stump field and aside from that don’t use it as my jon doesn’t have a front deck. I am trying to fish and do it all from the back seat where you’d operate the outboard.

what works for you guys this time of year? I’m in Texas. Thanks friends!