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Although I can & do fish jerkbaits on casting gear, hurling then into a stiff breeze all day (which seems quite prevalent early & late season) isn't best case scenario. I use spinning gear for the vast majority of my jerkbait presentations. The Main benefit in my eyes is the ability to make long casts using light line STRAIGHT into the wind. I catch a lot of decent smallmouth this way. A-Jay

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Roger's Rebellion Is Real .. .. .. .. .. A-Jay

Well ~ I'm Hosed Then .. .. .. .. .. A-Jay

Hello Jeff and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

Like Father .. .. .. Like Son. A-Jay

I spent TWO DAYS at that show last year - I went the first two days and did catch multiple shows with Zona & did see KVD - Both did Q & A after each presentation and did a nice job. My mission was to check out the new Lund Pro-V bass boat as my closest dealer didn't have one. Also got to check out all the accessories I needed to add - electronics, Trolling motor, Talons and got to talk to sales reps from Hummingbird, Mercury, Minn Kota and of course Lund. Well worth the trip south for me. Not going this year though. No Need for me. I'd recommend it. A-Jay

The Amazon add-on deal is KING ! When it comes to a soft plastic I'm routinely using, I just by $25 of that bait .. .. .. .. A-Jay

Although your "approach" of "think bass will only bite because they are actively feeding or something makes them react instinctively" may be different from anglers you've fished with, it's something most all of the best sticks I know are quite familiar with. And while agree that "soaking" a bait waiting for a bite is not a super popular presentation, (insert dead sticking a Senko) that might not be where the use of an effective bait scent is most beneficial. Clearly, until bass start to talk to us, we'll never really know how or even if the use of scent makes any difference at all. Being very satisfied with your own fish catches without one is what leads me to believe that you're a perfect candidate to actually use one. You see @RichF, you're already getting your baits in front of many great fish and catching plenty too. But what you & I don't know is just how many true GIANTS, are turning their collective Huge noses up are our Jigs .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Having been using Megastrike for a while now I know that many bass eat baits that have it liberally applied. I'll never know about the ones that don't. But considering the piles & piles of $$$ I'm already spending to catch those green & brown fish, another 8 bucks doesn't even register. PM me your address, I'll send you a tube. A-Jay

I know - I couldn't help it though. A-Jay

Nice Fish ~ Congrats. So did the tarpon photo bomb your girl friend or was it the other way around ? A-Jay btw - I'm going to politely snicker at your version of cold weather ~ Mr. I'm fishing in a T-shirt & Jeans .. .. .. ..

St Croix LTB TBC74HF / SLOP-N-FROG & SWIM JIG Rod. 7'4" H Fast 14 - 25 lb 3/8 - 1 1/2 St Croix presents this stick as a perfect rod for fishing slop and lily pads with frogs and rats and it's also recommended for swim jigs and I can't argue with that. However this rods length, nice tip & seemingly never ending power, light weight, impressive sensitivity & perfect handle length enables it to fish big spinnerbaits very effectively. A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ All great response so far. You're getting the benefit of a TON of bass fishing experience. I'd have to agree that there are a lot of different ways to present soft plastics and which one you chose is often just a matter of personal preference. "Lure Versatility" is handy I suppose, but I want as many effective tools in the box as it will hold, Versatile or not. Being proficient with them all is also quite beneficial. A-Jay

Not By me Kent. Tell me about it. A-Jay

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The desire to learn and with that, the willingness & determination to put in the time to do so. Boat Handling. A-Jay

There are quite a difference of opinions regarding scent use. I choose to use @Bobby Uhrig's product. This stuff has been as important an addition to my bass fishing as Braided line. I slather this stuff on just about everything I cast. A-Jay

Can't get rid of me that easy Jason. I stubborn like that A-Jay

"I am Fenwick !" A-Jay

Hello Katie and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ As for another technique, a Spinnerbait is a big fan favorite. A-Jay

Thought Moore's head was going to come off on that bone crushing hit. A-Jay

Looks like the Steelers have gut hooked the Dolphins and are taking them to the fillet table. 20 - Zip early in the 2nd quarter. #beatdown. A-Jay

Hello Michael and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ There's some basic's you might want to read about in advance of spending your $$$. The Bass Resource Articles section has a ton of info & some specific stuff for the beginner. http://www.bassresource.com/how-to-fish/ Check it out. A-Jay

Jason, I've used DVT's reel cleaning service a few times. Mike does top rate work at a Very Reasonable price. I'd get the reels cleaned - piece of mind thing. You can contact him here http://delawarevalleytackle.com/contact_us Be sure to mention your membership here. A-Jay

Hello Jason and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay