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I call it target casting. But you're right, there isn't a proper term for short casts to targets that aren't flipping or pitching. You're definitions of both flipping and pitching are correct. Here's a video about pitching that shows it in detail:

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Those are sun gloves. They're SPF 50 and prevent sunburn.

There's a LOT of great information here: https://www.bassresource.com/how-to-fish I suggest you take advantage of this library.

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These will be very helpful, and should answer your questions:

Kalin's grubs are the original grubs, I believe. I've been using them since the mid-80s and have caught hundreds, if not thousands, of fish on them. They have a gazillion colors, but stick with the smoke salt & pepper, clear salt & pepper, and electric blue for clear to stained water, and Junebug for murky. Pumpkin salt & pepper, and Avocado are good all-purpose colors as well (pumpkin was the go-to color for years before green pumpkin hit the market) https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Kalins_Lunker_Grubs_10pk/descpage-KSLG.html

I have both Victory and Legend Tournament rods, and both are excellent. However, I tip the hat to the Legend Tournament. It just fishes better. It feels more balanced and sensitive to me. If I had to choose between the two, I'd go with the Legend Tournament series. But if budget was a factor, I'd be perfectly happy with the Victory line.

Nope. This thread is about rods and reels. It's in the appropriate forum. All - you've done a good job of keeping politics out of this discussion. Let's keep it that way.

This will help you a ton!

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I also did a video about this a few years ago. It's still as relevant as if I posted it today:

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