COLD WATER

1. Colorado Cold Water / High Altitude Testing

Dillon Reservoir (Under Ice)

Conditions

Freshwater near freezing
Ice thickness: 2–3 feet
Low visibility

Observed Results

Response time: ~1 hour
Gradual aggregation
Reduced fish movement

Key Takeaway
Functionality confirmed in extreme cold-water environments.

Frisco Dock – Dillon Reservoir

Conditions

Cold clear water (~45°F–60°F)
High altitude (~9,000 feet)
High visibility

Observed Results

Response time: 5–10 minutes
Gradual approach
Fish remain deeper before engaging

Key Takeaway
Cold, clear water slows response, but aggregation remains reliable.

Georgetown Lake

Conditions

Cold freshwater (~40°F–55°F)
High altitude (~8,500 feet)

Observed Results

Response time: 15–45 minutes
Gradual but steady aggregation

Key Takeaway
Results repeated across multiple cold-water locations.

2. New Mexico Cold Water Validation

Elephant Butte Reservoir (Winter Testing)

Conditions

Freshwater (~45°F–55°F)
Moderate visibility
Reduced fish activity

Observed Results

Response time: 3–10 minutes
Gradual aggregation

Key Takeaways

Winter functionality confirmed
Response slower than warm water
Seasonal consistency demonstrated