Bruce424

Try finesse setups like shaky heads and a straight tail worm Watermelonseed, pumpkin. Split shot rig (like a very light carolina rig. I would do this until you figure what size bass are in there. Probably catch numbers with these rigs. Maybe try some poppers In natural colors. Use these on calm overcast days. Smoke colored Curly tail worms on a 1/8 - 1/4 oz jighead work pretty well to. Just cast out reel in at a slow steady pace. Hopefully these things work for you

Just wish it was a full grip not a split grip. Not a fan of split grips.

I think it's very light. Now, I don't buy rods that are really expensive but this one is the lightest one I have. I like the soft tip and a backbone to steer fish away from cover. Paired it up with revo sx 6.4:1. An ace setup for me

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He's probly only like 13.

Yea get a reel that will last ya a while. When you get a reel that will last a good 5-10years. It will pay for itself. Ask for gift cards for cabelas bps gander mountain for bdays holidays for terminal tackle and baits

Usually I've had worms senkos bitten in half. Figured it was snappers. Caught a Giant snapper on a jig. Ready to pull it up on shore to get the hook out then line snapped.

Probly want the sx for punching because that way your hands will already be set for setting the hook. Won't have to switch hands. Pitch or flip with your right hand then switch the rod to your left to start reeling (if you even do that)

I kinda use both 5.1 in the spring if the bass seem sluggish. Then 6.1 in the summer makes it real easy to burn the thing if I have to

I'm liking the new bps crankin stick 6'6"mh

Pvc pipe. 6-8 diameter should 2 rods with the reels. Then be sure to buy the end caps. Or put all your rods in 1 pipe and keep your reels inside your car. Maybe use tie downs or bungee cords to attach to roof. If you don't have a way to tie down then look for somthing with magnets or suction cups. Just an idea I always had.

Yea this is the rod I bought and never got to use it because I slammed it in the car door. It seemed strong though.

Double up the uni knot. Try that out

Shakey head craw or straight tail worm. If the fish are there they usually bite it.

When the lakes around me get low for the winter. I go to the riprap sides and build rock mounds a couple feet high close to the lakes edge. Then springtime they covered with water for the baitfish to gather and attract bass.

I got my fiancée to learn baitcasters last year. She actually picked it up pretty well. I just told her how and why of the baitcaster and she only had 2 overruns.

And now... The lure comes to life.

Great looking lure! I love painting my own cranks too. You should get some eyes from any craft store. Like Micheal's or jo Annes fabrics or hobby lobby

Flipping jig

You can fish anything that reaches bottom. Carolina rig, deep cranks, maybe a heavy spinnerbait, but I think a football jig would work good.

What do you guys use to carry all your tackle in and how do you organize it??

I like a 6'6" - 7' rod medium heavy moderate fast tip. That rod gives you the range for light and heavy spinnerbaits. Reels, I would go for a 6.1 gear ratio. As for line I think any mono, copolymer in the 14-17 lb range. My opinion, a little stretch is good for spinnerbaits. Hope this helps.

Let me guess... blue marsh and...??? Blank on the other one. Blue marsh isn't the dead sea it's quite the opposite. It just takes a little thinking.

Could always use J.C.C. If you want to use that name. Maybe use your initials

Mccoy extra clear or stren original work great