Published numbers are public knowledge. They are a good starting point for locating your own spots
it is good for finding depth in certain areas. they also list a ton of inshore wrecks, i have found their depth is off by almost 20' in some parts. just gives you a lay of the land so to speak.Framerguy (10/24/2007)In my opinion, fishing "hot spots" are different each year and for each fisherman according to his type of fishing. I can't see how somebody can put down on a static map all the "hot spots" in any area and have them stay the same throughout the season.
With that said, I guess you could always use them as a starting point for finding your own honey holes and hot spots. I have used a TopSpot map since I moved back down here and I have yet to run into a "killer" spot according to the map! In fact, I usually have the worst luck at those marked "hot spots"!
Good luck.