I believe the growth cycle or spurt comes at different times of the year for LMB vs SMB.
LMB add more mass from July - October where as the SMB don’t like the warm water and grow more from September - March.
Spring time higher RW SMB, Fall time higher RW LMB, at least that’s what I’ve seen in my pond
The SMB are still adding length so I’m not concerned, they were an experiment anyway and I’m pleased with where they are.
I have also noticed that most of my SMB catches have been on the east side of the pond and the LMB are generally in the other areas
Last edited by Jason D; 10/11/25 12:52 PM.