Ripplugger thanks for getting out early in the cold water. That inspired me to start using bucktails more. I have been out a few times in the last 2 weeks. 2 times I got fish, 2 times I didn't . I'm fishing in a river near me. The bucktail and curly jig is a great combo, it really works well Rip. I also used a schoolbus bomber to get one bass around 25", but the bucktails definitely work better. The only problem is I lose 1 every time I go, time to stock up.