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Winter Tactics to Find Roaming Reds

As winter strengthens its grip on coastal waters, redfish seek out more hospitable environs.

Winter Tactics to Find Roaming Reds

When temps drop, certain spots appeal to redfish more than others.n (Phot courtesy of Z-Man Fishing)

After the first cold front of winter blows through, redfish often vacate their usual haunts. Indeed, any time the water temperature falls outside the redfish's preferred range of 70 to 90 degrees, these inshore marauders search for more comfortable locations to set up camp. So, where do reds go when the water approaches that lower limit, and how can you catch them? Let’s have a look.

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