Frozen Menhaden
Frozen menhaden are among the most powerful and proven baits for targeting trophy catfish, offering the legendary oil content and scent dispersal that makes menhaden the gold standard of catfish baits. These previously frozen baitfish from the herring family retain their exceptional oil concentration while developing enhanced scent-releasing properties through the freezing process. Their oily, silver-sided composition creates an irresistible scent trail that draws the largest channel and blue catfish from across Firelake's ponds.
Frozen menhaden excel as premium catfish bait due to the cellular breakdown that occurs during freezing, which actually intensifies scent dispersal compared to fresh bait. The thawing process releases concentrated oils, blood, and natural attractants more rapidly, creating an immediate and powerful scent signature that catfish find impossible to resist. Their substantial size and oil-rich composition make them ideal for targeting the trophy-class catfish that demand a significant meal.
For rigging frozen menhaden, use heavy circle hooks sized 3/0 to 10/0 depending on menhaden size and target catfish. Allow complete thawing before use, then cut into chunks sized for your target fish - larger pieces for trophy cats, smaller sections for channel catfish. The oil-rich head section makes devastating cut bait that releases maximum scent while staying securely on the hook during long soaks.
Frozen menhaden perform exceptionally well in Firelake's pond environment where their legendary scent dispersal can attract the largest stocked catfish from the deepest holes and heaviest cover. The combination of maximum oil content, enhanced scent release, and proven trophy-producing capability makes frozen menhaden the ultimate choice for serious catfish anglers targeting our biggest fish. This premium bait consistently produces the trophy-class catfish that other baits simply cannot reach.
Frozen menhaden are among the most powerful and proven baits for targeting trophy catfish, offering the legendary oil content and scent dispersal that makes menhaden the gold standard of catfish baits. These previously frozen baitfish from the herring family retain their exceptional oil concentration while developing enhanced scent-releasing properties through the freezing process. Their oily, silver-sided composition creates an irresistible scent trail that draws the largest channel and blue catfish from across Firelake's ponds.
Frozen menhaden excel as premium catfish bait due to the cellular breakdown that occurs during freezing, which actually intensifies scent dispersal compared to fresh bait. The thawing process releases concentrated oils, blood, and natural attractants more rapidly, creating an immediate and powerful scent signature that catfish find impossible to resist. Their substantial size and oil-rich composition make them ideal for targeting the trophy-class catfish that demand a significant meal.
For rigging frozen menhaden, use heavy circle hooks sized 3/0 to 10/0 depending on menhaden size and target catfish. Allow complete thawing before use, then cut into chunks sized for your target fish - larger pieces for trophy cats, smaller sections for channel catfish. The oil-rich head section makes devastating cut bait that releases maximum scent while staying securely on the hook during long soaks.
Frozen menhaden perform exceptionally well in Firelake's pond environment where their legendary scent dispersal can attract the largest stocked catfish from the deepest holes and heaviest cover. The combination of maximum oil content, enhanced scent release, and proven trophy-producing capability makes frozen menhaden the ultimate choice for serious catfish anglers targeting our biggest fish. This premium bait consistently produces the trophy-class catfish that other baits simply cannot reach.