Once a bass attacks the bait, because monofilament stretches, unlike fluorocarbon or braid, when the bass takes the lure and I set the hook, the line will stretch and enable the bass to get the lure deeper in its mouth, making a more-solid hook set before the bass feels the hook. Tactics for Catching Summertime Bass After June ends, and the Dog Days of Summer start, fishing early and late in the day becomes much-more important to your bassing success, particularly after the sun gets up
The Tickle Stick is a hardwater cult classic
As far as the frame is concerned, I usually clean it for cosmetic purposes, but you really dont want any dirt in and around the ingress points like where the spool makes contact and where the worm gear cover sits
If youve got the money, experience with baitcasters, and want the ultimate in fine-tuned adjustability and silky smoothness, the Anteres B should be on your radar
Bark & Brass Field Notes on the Best KastKing Rod and Reel Combos Field Note #1: If you are new to bass fishing, buy a spinning combo first