David Cagle,

Try that same tactic after feeding to satiation. That is what I was addressing, that was the question...does a full LMB hit lures/flies better than a not so full LMB, all other things being equal? Greg said yes, because they have better energy, I say no.

Just before the feeders go off is prime time. The fish are conditioned to eat. So, if you turned off the feeders completely (which I'm not advising) you would experience more aggressive fish. If I have guests coming, turn off the feeders and the fishing is far better. It amazes me that this is even questioned.

Report again in a couple of years when those bass are larger. I'd be very interested in what tactics you are using then.

This thread, for me, is about finding the right balance in feeding. How much protein for growth and how much free food and still have aggressive fish? I submit you can overfeed for growth and sacrifice aggressiveness in the process...if thats what you want, go for it.