What's really fun about fishing is that it can be so unpredictable. (Perhaps this is my tip of 'next month'). While following various patterns produces fish, there are always exceptions to the rule (loud patterns in clear water being one of them). I have also caught fish in places they shouldn't be. Yes, I follow the general 'rules' about finding and catching fish, but on a good day, I like to experiment with different methods and lures, to see what else is working... 8-)