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Seaguar and Sunline. Done wasting money trying to find a budget fluorocarbon. -RT

Does it looks cool? Of course! But grab the rod too far up the blank or high stick it and you'll be buying a new rod. These guys are pros, have a locker full of rods, tens of thousands of hours on the water, sponsors for their gear, and a lot of money riding on their efficiency. They're eliminating the opportunity for the fish to cut the line, wrap you in a tree, throw slack in the line, jump, shake, etc. For the average angler I would say the risk outweighs the reward.

You can make any bait black with a sharpie.

3.75 (Rage Swimmer or Little EZ) or 3.8 (Keitech SIF or BPS Speed Shad) is a universal size for me. Works by itself or as a trailer. Buckeye Lures J-Will Swimbait Heads (also available in a weedless version) 1/8 or 1/4oz fits well and casts a mile. These baits have some weight to them by themselves. When I need to downsize I go to the 4" (yes, that's right) in the Keitech Easy Shiner and the 1/8oz head.

What a shocker! ???

Seems like every time I turned a page I thought, "Here comes another lawsuit."

Grip changed a bit but I have the same thing, branded as Mustad. The cutters worked reasoably well for braid for a few seasons and the split ring tool will work in a pinch, though I prefer Texas Tackle.

Photos can be deceiving. Could be rage craw or rage chunk. Summer craw is a possibility. Did you take the photo? Did you put the plastic on the jig? Could also have been dipped/dyed but I don't see any signs of wear & tear like the jig has been used.

Megastrike

Best I've found. Open the ring just enough to get it started on the hook.

Hey, @Joe Harter! I'm a little late to the party here... But welcome to BR! I'm planning to visit Florida in March and will be staying in Stuart. I'm sure I'll be looking for some local waters when I'm not on the big lake. Have you had any luck, or have any suggestions?

I'm getting a mixed message here? I agree, rapala/balsa isn't intended to smack off the water to clean your hooks, but if they catch fish... Idk what it is about hard baits but I'll burn through $10+ of plastics in a day and not think twice about it.

I would fill it with my confidence baits and terminal tackle adjust seasonally.

TVA was my first thought ??

https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/207128-shelf-life-of-flurocarbon-and-mono/#:~:text=Fluorocarbon line isn't affected,have years of shelf life.

@DitchPanda simple answer is yes, the DT-6 can get the job done in cold water. DT-6 in Demon is a staple for a lot of anglers. @MGF I agree with @Team9nine the DT-4 is the oddball Dives To series. It's not as subtle and doesn't run as tight as the 6 but its in my box year round. Ott's Garage Slim 06 looks like it's going to be a serious player in the cold water game. If you haven't made your purchase yet it may be worth a look.

"Keep your stick on the ice... We're all in this together." - Red Green

Lots of factors here. Are you flipping or pitching? These terms are often used interchangeably but the techniques are as different as the rods you would consider. How thick is the cover you're fishing? Your height is also a factor, and of course your budget. Just some things to consider as there isn't one difinitve answer to your question. What works for me, may not be the best fit for you.

The monkey is hiding around every corner. Behind every door. I'm in quarantine and my only time out of the house was to get tested. Lots of time to browse and I have my first adventure on Okeechobee coming in March. I'm already stocked up on everything I need but my wish list continues to grow by the day. Help me quiet the monkey (without buying anything). He is relentless. That is all. Thanks for listening.

Too much for me would be 1.) Causes marital issues 2.) Puts me into debt. Other than that, this is the healthiest addiction I've ever had. However, I feel like there's something to the 6 casting combos (and 2 spinning). I remember when I got my sixth I felt like I could go to most any water in my area and be prepared. After 6, things started to get more technique specific.

I haven't tried either. Just wanted to send you my best wishes on your ambitious goal. We have 11 months to go ?

This was just an inconsistent pour but I ordered a pack of SK Tequila Sunrise Orange Flk. Bugs come 7 to a pack and I got at least 4 different colors ?

6.8:1

Has anyone tried the GOAT, yet? Wondering what it would look like on a buzzbait, and whether the Goat (3.75") or Billy Goat (4.25") would be a better fit?

So I've come across these, but never actually seen them in person. The "light" scares me. Thoughts on these bending out?