Darren.
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Welcome aboard!
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PB freshwater striper, only striper in the reservoir, actually! 14# (and yes, I released it, to the dismay of the fisheries biologist who wanted to check its age and all that). This lady was 7.5# caught during spawn in thick salad.
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Welcome aboard, Langdon!
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Welcome aboard. Wes!
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Welcome aboard, Kyle!
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A salute to all our veterans! Thank you all so very much!!
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Congrats! Nice smallie!
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Are you talking spinning or casting? I caught my PB in thick slop on a baitcaster with 10# braid and a 10# leader... But now I use 20# for casting. Spinning is 10# and 15# plus a leader of varying pound test. As you indicate, 10# braid is plenty strong to bring in a large bass. I use the above in all areas, rocks, docks, trees, bridges. Rarely ever have a line break due to such things.
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Congrats on the PB!
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Welcome aboard, Jack!
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Welcome aboard, Cody!
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Maybe one of our reel experts will chime in, something doesn't sound right with your reel. You should have no problem bringing in fish as you describe. @J Francho@Delaware Valley Tackle My Stradics have a max of 7# drag, but that's never been an issue for me. Any time (tip) you need extra drag on your spinning reel, simply use the palm of your "free" hand (not the reeling hand) and cup the spool with some pressure to increase drag.
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Welcome aboard! What is your spinning setup that is underpowered?? I use Shimano Stradic 1000 size for bass fishing and have landed a ton of bass between 4 and 6+ pounds with no problems at all. 10 and 15# braid plus a leader anywhere from 4-15# (mostly use 6 & 8 tho). Also have a Chronarch 50e, my last one as I actually have gone back to spinning gear this past year. I don't find casting gear a necessary requirement for pulling in big bass. But I'm not putting casting gear down! I think it is a great tool in the angler toolbox.
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Welcome aboard, Jacob! Do a search of the forums for what you're looking for. Lots of information has already been discussed. But for your range, a Daiwa or Shimano is a tough piece of equipment to beat!
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Welcome aboard, Matt!
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Smooth as glass!! Don't see a lot of that in my lakes, usually when the sun is setting and its time to get off the water (sunset rules for local reservoirs).
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Lovely day there, Hootie!
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Welcome aboard, Gail!
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Beautiful largemouth, and welcome to the forums!
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Welcome aboard, Dane!
