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Thanks all! That's all been good information. This is where I will be asking my questions.

I'm not exactly sure about all these gear ratio differences. I have spinning reels and just getting into baitcasting. I notice that basically there are the 5 to..., 6 to..., and 7 to... ratio reels. Each should be specific for certain uses but the boxes never say? How is a newer angler to wisely make a choice? As a female I have a heck of a time at my local shop. The sales guys usually ignore me until I flag them down and then just hand me something and just say it will be fine for me but I don't even know why! Arggggg! Can't wait till my new BPS opens this year! It only has three walls up so it will be a while. I think frogs, Crankbaits, jerkbaits, soft plastics, jigs...are all better at different ratios but which? Thanks! Sorry for the ramble...

Hi all! I've been strictly a spinning rod angler while learning how to fish (over a year now, still a rookie

I have the new 2015 lews high spin speed LFS and it feels really good. For the $100 price point it felt great to me.

I've seen that killer gill, seems like a great color.

Thanks!

That Bully Wa 2 does look interesting. It is supposed to has a tube or something internal that keeps water from filling the frog. I would like one too I think.

Thanks! There seems to be sort of a small, medium, and large size option for a lot of these. What would be the advantages of the different sizes? Should I just go medium until I see what works? Or is it that small are for panfish, medium for smallmouth, and large for largemouth? Or are they just frogs and it really doesn't matter?

Hello! I'm expanding into frog lures for bass. I see a lot of different brands. I fish three lakes that are calm, heavily weeded underwater, and no real floating lilies or vegetation. It is pretty stained as well. There is also a river that I fish connecting two of the lakes. I have looked at some popper style frogs and some regular style. I think I'd like a few to start. Any thoughts on what I should buy? I have heard some take on lots of water but don't know which to avoid either. Thanks!

Really! Even fish can't resist bacon I guess.

Using it for a lube is a good idea. I'll remember that.

I have been hearing a lot about fish attractant. There are marinades, gels, and pastes. I have seen pro-cure, mike's gel scent, smelly jelly, and mega strike advertised a lot lately. Anyone tried these? Have any suggestions or favorite 'flavor' and brand? Is it nonsense or a good idea? If so, how do you like to use them? Thanks!

That's good stuff! Is there a better size to stick with? The 3/16 oz looks a bit small for bass.

Wow, this has been an educational read. I've learned a lot. I love it when folks ask questions I didn't know had.

Hello. I found a handful of krocodile spoons in a box of fishing stuff. They are 3/16 oz and 1/4 oz. Can I use either of these for bass? Maybe the 1/4 oz? Or are they best for trout and panfish?