I've caught bass for over 50 yrs but always preferred crappie. 10 yrs ago we retired to the Texas Hill Country, where I've been fishing a couple of 10-12 acre lakes. We've been culling and eating the bass below 1.5 lbs. They are delicious. I find it hard to believe the crappie are better! Maybe these crystal clear water bass taste better than the stained East Texas lakes.