the biting fly formula is the only thing that works. The long pants and socks will slow them down but they can bite through your clothes. I hate them little buggers.
I think that the fish are temp oriented. However I think the preferred temp zones are a little larger. That being said most of our bigger fish come out of colder 42-45degree water.
I not so sure I believe there are missing year classes of alewives. We seen all yr classes last summer. In fact I think Capt. Vince posted pictures of the so called missing year classes. I think they need to change the way they do the trawling
nice rig check your trailer lights we were behind you this morning when you turned into the gas station your turn signal and brake lights were not working just your running lights were