Will an MS Slammer or Armageddon worked on the surface be very effective when water temps are in the 50's? I know they will chase trout but will they come up and eat a surface presentation? What do you think?

Jared,

NorCal

Of course they will!

Have you had any sucess? I know it "should" work but why have I spent hours throwing the bait in winter and not had a blowup? I know it is a awesome night fishing bait but what the hell happens dureing winter?

Its like anything else, you just got to be in the right place at the right time. Theyll eat it.

I have had good sucess during the day but nothing big yet, well over 10. But they have there time and place. Dead sticking can be effective and test your patience at the same time. Put your time in and get a good map of the lake to plan your spots. Fish points and outsides of brush lines/ toolies. Parallel to the bank can be good in the right areas. Just think hard about it and put together a "plan" before you go out next time and you should get some blow ups.

Good luck!