FWIW...I have booth SMB and LMB in my small pond. My go to bait for SMB when fishing is slow is a live golden shiner (GSH) under a bobber with no weight. The fusiform shape of GSH seems to make them more appealing to SMB than a small BG. I've had good luck catching SMB on spinner baits such as Rooster Tails as well. Post a picture next time you catch one of your bass...

Good fishing!

Bill D.

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