Jrob78

The Ugly Stik Lite is a better rod than the standard Ugly Stik. I believe it is graphite so it should have some sensitivity. Use it for TX rigs, small crankbaits and jerkbaits, inline spinners, shaky heads, anything that doesn't weigh too much. It will make a decent travel rod since it's a 2 piece.

I can think of a couple of scenarios where they should work well. I know they are primarily a salt water bait but they do make a fresh water version. The only difference I've noticed is the hooks. I ordered a couple but haven't used them yet. Anyone tried them for bass?

Seems like they've gone up in price.

$19.99 is what I saw too. I will definitely pick up a few of these.

The XCaliburs are by far my favorite "budget" sq bills. They are great baits.

I usually use a 7'3" but only because I have one that is perfect for those baits. A 6'6"-7' would be fine too.

I fish Senkos on a MH/F, you have to remember that a 5" Senko is really heavy. I will fish Flick Shakes and wacky Trick Worms on a M/F.

You can certainly use spinning gear but it isn't necessary. I fish those techniques with casting gear.

This bait looks awesome. It's got serious hunting action and will be released at the Classic.

I feel like 95-100mm is about perfect for me. I tried a 120mm and it was noticeably long, I'm sure I would have gotten used to it after awhile though. (It was a friends reel.)

No, this is where most places get their skirt material from. https://fishingskirts.com/

My Gander Mountain has a whole bin full of them, different sizes and colors.

I would probably buy one of those before I bought any other Abu rod. I'm not a fan of the metal hoods and crappy guides that are on the other rods.

Those are the techniques I sometimes use glass for too. Think moving baits.

Super is my favorite budget friendly fluoro, it's a good line.

I have to agree with you.

Check out the Zero Gravity Jig. TW has them.

Rage Tail Space Monkey. A little over 5 lbs. Not a great year for size.

The one with the bulkiest skirt and bulkiest trailer.

I use Owner, Gammy, Trokar and Mustad. Different hooks for different things.

G Loomis designs and builds G Loomis rods in Washington state. They are owned by Shimano but are a separate division of the parent company. TT has a preview of the new rods on their site. They've had a chance to fish the rods already. I am definitely intrigued, it sounds like a good rod at a reasonable price.

I have 20 lb Tatsu on my heavy jig rod. It handles fine. I like 12-16 for general worm and light jig fishing.

He's the MC of the Elite Series. I used to not be able to stand him but he's grown on me. His show, Facts of Fishing, is pretty good. I don't know what his background is in fishing. He's Canadian and I assume he was a tournament fisherman before going in front of the camera, he has personal sponsors.

I was told by a pro staffer that Duo makes their own hooks. I don't know if that is true or not but the hooks are great on their baits, definitely don't need to replace them unless you want to change sizes.

The commercials were really morbid this year.