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Don't forget flappin'! Seriously though, for most flippin the brush hog is still hard to beat and I use it all the time

May not be on your list, but you can't go wrong with a 1/2oz chrome/blue or chrome/black Rat-l-trap. It's a great go-to lure!

Bet it's Lake Lanier. Close! Lake Oconee 8-)

What could be the problem is that since there is such an abundance of shad in the lake, the bass just don't waste time with artificial lures. I've pretty much found this to be true in my lake during the summer too. I'm no expert on the topic but it's definitely something to consider.

Another good thing to remember if you're flipping heavy cover is to start from the outside of the cover and work your way in. That way, if you pull one out on the outside, you don't spook all the fish that may be holding closer to the heart of the cover.

Just went with the 1/4oz. I get the feeling the lighter the weight the better holds true with these things.

I'm using a Curado 200E7 and it can cast 1/4 rat-l-traps with little problem so that's the weight I was planning to use...but it seems like with all this input I'm getting 3/8oz might be a better choice. The ones I'm looking at come in 5/16oz too so that may be a good compromise.

Did a search through the forums and couldn't seem to get a clear answer for this. As far as shaky heading goes, what's a good all-purpose weight for use with baitcasting gear? I'm planning on buying some off ebay but I'm not sure what weight to get. Any help is appreciated!

Haha yeah. This one time a few years ago my dad was actually using a really tiny panfish rooster tail (1/8oz probably) on ultralight spinning tackle with 4lb line, and somehow managed to fight and land a 10lb. channel cat on it. Line snapped once he got it on shore and the fish completely swallowed the lure. At the time I had no idea how this was even possible...Needless to say he got that rooster tail back when he was cleaning it!

First of all, what exactly is the problem? Are the fish hitting and missing or are they not hitting period? If you feel like you're missing fish, I'd recommend using higher quality hooks like Mustad Ultra Point or Gamakatsu and using low or no-stretch line like a heavy braid. Don't be afraid to set the hook hard with this heavy line. If the problem is that you're just flat out not getting any bites, start experimenting with a bunch of different lures and colors. In addition to that, try to find some of the heaviest cover you can access. Just remember: don't be afraid to lose some lures with this tactic!

st. croix mojo's are great

mountain dew and funyuns. Tasty!!

The new Curados are great. Plus, you can't beat the Shimano quality they put in their reels. Casts a mile, and I trust mine over any reel I've ever used. Definitely worth a look.

hey guys. I'm from atlanta and I fish at lake oconee in eatonton. I love catchin bass!

I'd say your best bet is to learn how to use the VBS on it. Get that worked out first. Then, depending on your situation (wind, type of cast etc.) use the spool friction knob to fine tune it. Since it's a light bait I'd recommend turning on all the brakes in the VBS and working your way back from there. That's one place where the Curados are tops - you can fine tune it as much as you need.