Q.Tides & Fishing
Why do fish bite better on moving water?
A.
Moving water concentrates bait against structure and creates predictable ambush points where predator fish feed efficiently. Slack tide disperses bait across larger areas, making predators work harder for less reward — so they often shut down feeding entirely until the next tide phase begins.
Current carries bait past fixed structure (oyster bars, dock pilings, points). Predators position in eddies behind that structure and pick off bait as it tumbles by. The strength of the current determines how concentrated this feeding is — moderate flow is ideal, too-fast water blows bait through too quickly. Tide guide pages cover stage timing.