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What are the smallmouth "hot spots" of Chester County, Pennsylvania. And what techniques work best? Thanks.

Can anyone describe this body of water, and how I should fish it?

Recently purchased a 7'3'' 13 rod. When I got it the guide at the bottom (double footed) and the fourth guide from the tip (single foot). How much would it cost to get the rod replaced?

I have an order of rods and reels coming in. The tracking info was changed to say that it would deliver today, Sunday May 8. It is 7:00pm. Any chance ill get it today?

Jigs Written By Jack Semar Jigs Overview There are many types of jigs, and it can get confusing. Typically, jigs look like crayfish. As you know, swim jigs look like baitfish. They are affective allayer long, and can be found on almost any angler's rod who is worth his "two cents" all year round. Especially prominent in the winter and summer months when bass become lethargic, are jigs. Just as one would use different crankbaits in different situations jigs are the same way. Certain jigs strive in certain areas where others do not. Jig Types Football: Ever try to roll a football to your buddy? Chances are it didn't roll straight towards him. Football jigs are designed to roll like them on hard ground. The "wobble" makes it look more realistic. They usually have a horizontal line tie. Grass: Designed for heavy cover and vegetation, grass jigs are designed to be completely weedless. Usually have a vertical line tie and thick weed guard. Flipping: Most similar to a Grass jig, these jigs are designed to be placed into thick cover like wood piles. they have a very thick weed guard and line tie will vary. Skipping: Designed with a flat bottom, these jigs are designed to be skipped into cover with an under-hand cast, similar to the action required to skip a stone. Rock: Specifically for not getting wedged in rocks, they have a wide, flat head and will come through rip rap (rocks) with ease. Shakey: A go-to finesse bait for many anglers, the shakes head is a round jig with a flat bottom. It is designed to stand up. Try a 4-6" finesse worm. Punching: The most heavy duty jig made, it will come through almost anything. consists of a tungsten or lead cone with a skirt and extra heavy-duty hook. Swim: A swim jig is built with a hydrodynamic head designed to cut through the water column. Most swim jigs are designed to looked like baitfish. Whether that is shad, perch, bass, or bluegill, all are very affective. Just like a jerkbait, swim jigs can be fished a variety of ways. Experiment with multiple methods to discover the best technique for you. One method is called a straight retrieve. just reel it in consistently to keep it a desired depth. You can also try lifting your rod about a foot and then reeling in the slack. This will create a rise-and-fall action. Bladed Swim Jigs: Basically a swim jig with a metal blade attached to the jig head. the blade creates vibration when retrieved. Will work well in dirty and clear water. Jig Tips Rod: 7'2" MH for MOST applications except heavy-duty stuff. Will work well in 3/8-1oz jigs. longer rod helps with cast distance and hookset. Reel: Any bait caster with at least 10 pounds of drag will be fine. Slower gear ratios will ensure that you do not reel too fast. Faster gear ratios will help you take in line faster. Line: 12-20 pound fluorocarbon is best in clearwater situations. Low stretch and visibility. 15-30 pound braid. Smaller diameter and high strength are positives. When using braided line, be sure to use heavy duty hooks, as it will compliment the no stretch qualities of the line. Color: Perhaps the most confusing aspect of jig fishing. In clear water, natural colors will work best. Bright and dark colors will be best in stained waters. Trailers: Try to match you trailer with your jig color. If you can not, try to match the opposite. Written by Jack Semar on May Fourth, 2016.

try the carolina rig with a 3/0 round bend offset hook trigged with a zoom fitnesse worm - palomar or improvised clinch knot - 12/24" leader - barrel swivel - any kind of weight that slides up and down the line, this will be natural and better fix your issues.

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went fishing in a quarry today. it was about 10 acres varying from 10'-250' deep. visibility of about ten feet. large fountain in middle, and small island with many drop offs. edges have thick cover. no boating allowed. bluegill are about two pounds each, haven't seen anything but that and 15 10 pound koi. how should i fish this place and what techniques. caught 4 bass in two days, two on spinners one on fitness worm. also fly fished and used inline spinners for the huge bluegill. steep drop offs, weeds are 2' off bottom. how should i fish this?

The Okuma Stratus is on sale at Dicks for 35 $ would the 6.4:1 be good for cranking? should i get it? thanks.

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which one is the best?

not building a rod but wondering if someone who is can explain HM 64 graphite found on cabbalas tournament zx rods

i have two of them and i love them 7'1" mh swim jig 7'0" mf drop shot spin why is it a nono

Oakum Avenger casting reel for 35 dollars in 6.4:1 was gonna get it for swim jigs and crank baits. is it a good idea?

When i was five i would always want to catch minnows with a bait trap. I woke up one summer morning, ran down to the lake and checked my trap. as i was bringing it in, i saw a HUGE doggie with a collar on it. when it turned around, i realized that it was a 450 pound black bear (confirmed by my neighbor who is an avid hunter). I ran away screaming. also caught a kids fishing pole 100 yard offshore in a private pond

try using forceps or pliers trokar hooks are very sharp circle hooks will less likely gut hook fish if barb is past flesh/too deep, try pulling it all the way out past the barb use heavy wire cutters to break the hook. hope this helps keep fishing, never stop

thinner line will let the bait get to its max depth better Jigs-12 to 15 flourocarbon shallow divers- 8-12 pound squarebill1 15 pound fluorocarbon or 20 lb braid medium/deep- 12-20 pound flourocarbon fluorocarbon is good in clear water, it well have good abrasion resistance and low memory braid will last a long time and is thinner with no memory (stretch) Hope this helps Go PA

I am looking into getting a rod (around a hundred dollars) for heavy duty applications like frogging, punching and flipping. I am 5'7". At most, a 7'5" rod will fit in my dad's truck. I plan on using 30 pound braid on a Quantum Smoke PT 7.3:1 LH. I like the Tatula, Ghost, Veritas, ***, and several BPS rods. I would prefer the rod to be from Bass Pro (I have a gift card). Thanks in advance. CATCH SOME HOGS! *** is *** btw, for some reason it got changed *** Ok i quit, its the *** rod thats 100 $ the number after 12

what is the best reel that i can use for frogging, punching, and flippin? thanks

what is the best reel that i can use for frogging, punching, and flippin? thanks

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Since the weeds are getting thick, I want to invest in a rod that can do all three. Would a 7'3" Heavy work? Will a 7'11" XXH 4 piece travel rod work? looking to spend 100-145 dollars thanks.

will be fishing in an 80 acre lake man made with max depth of 15 feet, will be fishing from the bank for stocked trout, what bait rigs, and other tactics, thanks.

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