Bottom Bouncer Rods, Daiwa 8-6 Medium Action North Coast Conventional Rods
This opportunity happens in fall and winter when the bass cluster in deep pockets that reach back from the main lake 50 to 75 yards or so
This material is exceptionally gentle on fish, minimizing the removal of protective slime coats and reducing potential damage to fins and scales

Pros MEGA Side Imaging delivers photo-realistic images of underwater structure the clearest side scan in this price range 7-inch high-brightness display is readable in direct sunlight Humminbird Basemap included 10,000+ lakes preloaded from day one AutoChart Live builds custom maps in real-time with bottom hardness and vegetation data One-Boat Network integrates with Minn Kota trolling motors and other Humminbird units Dual Spectrum CHIRP provides both wide and narrow beam views simultaneously MicroSD expandability add premium LakeMaster or Navionics charts Ethernet networking connect multiple fish finders on the same boat Cons Higher price the MEGA SI model runs $500$950, depending on the variant Confusing model lineup Humminbirds naming conventions (G3, G4, G4N, SI, MSI, DI, MEGA) can be overwhelming for new buyers Heavier and bulkier than budget alternatives Customer service complaints long hold times and inconsistent support reported by some users Screen is 7 Humminbird discontinued 9 and 10 models, so you cant upgrade within the Helix line Real Customer Reviews The MEGA Side Imaging is unreal

Drift Down the Tailout Current & Fish Back Once you reach the far shore, allow the boat to drift further down the tailout, and then fish your way back, covering water you missed on the first pass