Mid-January Bass Fishing Patterns, Guntersville BPT Preview & Cold Water Baits

Before the first cast ever hits the water, successful bass fishing starts with preparation, patterns, and understanding seasonal behavior. In this episode of Before the First Cast, we break down the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour (BPT) opening stop on Lake Guntersville, highlighting some of the tournament favorites and what to expect as the pros tackle cold January conditions.

The heart of this video dives into mid-January bass fishing strategies that apply whether you’re a kayak angler, bank fisherman, or fishing from a boat. Cold water doesn’t mean slow fishing—it means smart fishing. I walk t...