Darren.

1. Yes, for the most part2. Not very, but I typically squirt a nice dollop into a bag of worms and mash it around. If I put that worm back in, then it gets re-mega'd 3. Depends on how much you apply and how often. I can go quite a while on one tube.... Order up 2, make the second a diff scent, like the garlic version...

What kind of areas are you fishing? Laydowns? If drop shotting, see if you can find Yamaminnows. They're pretty deadly on the drop.

Have you tried wacky rigging various sizes of worms? Eg., standard colors with varying flakes like the Zoom Finesse worms in watermelon, green pumpkin (and try variations within those colors) Next go up to the Yamamoto Senko, thinking along the same color scheme and variations. And check local tackle shops for suggestions on what works in local lakes.

Well, at least he got the satisfaction of the catch!

Only stuff with pink in it would be crappie jigs. Don't think I have any other pinks. Haven't found the color to be that effective for crappie, so haven't pursued for bass....

Other guys have pretty much tackled the sticking thing (with steps to try). As for PowerPro, honestly, 20 would be the MAX I would use on spinning gear. I personally use 10 lb test on mine, and 20 on my bait caster. I throw wacky rigs, TX, split shot, light jigs, etc., with zero issues. What matters more is the leader (IMO). I go up to 15lb if I'm throwing in sticks, thick grassy areas, etc. I have had one PP 10 lb break experience that I know of -- it was OLD, worn and should have been replaced first. Fortunately it was on a snag. But I have brought in thick, water-soaked logs off the bottom and the braid holds fine. I signed up for the "free" Tuf-line, wanted 10, settled for 12lb since that was the smallest diameter offered. Just my .02. One man's overkill is another man's go-to.

Hard to say most effective finesse. If I were to put them to a top 4, here's my try: 1. Green Pumpkin Finesse Zoom w/Chartreuse tip tail, wacky rigged 2. Watermelon Gold Flake Zoom Finesse Worm, wacky rigged 3. Yamamoto Watermelon Gold Flake Yamaminnow, wacky OR split shot rigged 4. Zoom Tiny Fluke, Watermelon Red, Wacky OR Split shot rigged

Sure, why not? I used 8 lb on an Accurist. Worked great, caught plenty of bass. No reason you can't.

Man. I'd love a DSI unit, and I fish from a kayak!! If you really feel it is overkill, you can, by all means go for a "cheapy" at Walmart, BPS, DSG, etc. Using my "cheapy" Garmin unit, I would absolutely love a DSI. But that's me.

Welcome to the forums!

Two welcomes in one thread! Welcome, Brian. Welcome, Matt!

I can cast further on my spinning gear than bait casting, but if I was in freespool on my bc, I might could beat my spinning gear. So yeah, if you have your BC dialed in to minimize backlashes, you'll not get the distance as on your spinning reel.

Congrats! Nice fish.

Everything I'm hearing suggests Daiwa has a killer series in the Lexa (not including my own experience).

Fine by me.

x2 Braid + Leader. And I've never had slack line issues with braid + leader. 10lb braid jumps at the slightest twitch...but in windy conditions, weights needed.

LOL. Obviously his talent got him the win... If it was the reel itself, I could'a won it. Geez. Just pointing out new equipment used...equipment that I've become a rather huge fan of. My last sentence was tongue-in-cheek. Perhaps I should have used a different emoticon.

Welcome to the forums!

Just an interesting find, while browsing Tackle W'house I noticed the top 10 Classic finishers, of course Cliff Pace being a Shimano guy, but #10 Randy Howell used the new Daiwa Lexa 100 baitcasters.... A top 10 finish for a new reel is not too shabby. <-- tongue-in-cheek. [edit]

That's a beaut!

Entirely subjective opinion, Tyler. I like a tip-light rod, but others prefer tip-heavy. I like a thin handle, others thick. I like xyz color others like zxy. Some have to match rod/reel color, others don't. Having said all that, of what I own, Shimano Compre spinning rods (previous gen) because I love the grips, the sensitivity is great, and the warranty is second to none, and St. Croix Premier for casting because it is a sensitive, comfortable rod. If money were less of an object, I'd have higher end Shimano, Croix and Loomis rods. They feel incredible to the touch, in in store testing.

I found mine at a local tackle shop where they happen to build/repair rods. If you have anything like that around you, may be a good place to check. Otherwise you may have to order online....

Can do it with an old toothbrush (what a rod builder told me, and what I use).

Was not aware they'd released one. I've already plopped down about $20 in similar apps, not sure I feel quite adventurous to do the same for yet another.... Will be curious to see what others think.

I suppose another way one could look at it is to realize each of us has different reasons to be out on the water. My "goal" isn't yours necessarily, and likewise. Maybe that's what you're saying, too. Or perhaps I should say the goal of being out on the water, the sheer enjoyment of the sport, etc., is likely shared by all of us. But the depth to which we each explore those things, be it seasonal patterns, tournaments, or just cuz we like being out fishing regardless, will dictate the lengths we will go in versatility exploration. Dang. I know what I'm trying to say, just not sure I am saying it right.