Champlain Post Spawn Smallmouth – A Grind to Get Those 4+ Pounders

Post-spawn smallmouth bass caught on Champlain using 2.8” Keitech and spinning gear

Some fish are worth showing off — even if the camera missed the catch. This 4.71 lb smallmouth came post-spawn from Lake Champlain and hit a 2.8" Keitech on light spinning gear. Just a quick clip to give it the respect it deserves.

🔹 Gear Used:

Rod: 6'3" Medium-Heavy St. Croix Avid Series
Reel: Daiwa Tatula 2500
Line: 6 lb Sunline FC Sniper Fluorocarbon
Lure: Keitech Fat Swing Impact 2.8"
Camera: GoPro Hero 12 Black

🔹 Series:

Lake Champlain Post Spawn Trip