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I like Vicious Flurocarbon for all my swimbaits. I mainly throw the Spro BBZ-1 (4 inch) hardbaits and the Yum Money Minnows (Hollow bellied). I usually stick with 15 lbs. on the line. The biggest key to me is your rod and reel. Use a 7 to 7 1/2 ft MH to H rod with a fast tip. I like to REVO Wich by ABU GARCIA as my reel. Although a lot of my friends use a high speed reel to catch up with the fish and to reel up slack. If I live in CALI, fishing for those big hogs on a swimbait, I'd probably throw it on 20-25 lb. Line

Just got some IMA Skimmers. I noticed that they have a split ring tied to them. My question is do you tie to the split ring or do you remove the split ring and tie directy to the bait? Are there advantages to using the split ring (action, etc.). Thanks, Brent Brannon Calhoun, GA

Having a club tournament at the Big "G" the first Saturday in December. I have never fished this time of the year at "G". I'm pretty familiar with the lake locations. Any hints, tips, suggestions, etc., would be greatly appreciated. Brent Calhoun, GA

Brent Brannon 780 Newtown Road NE Calhoun, GA 30701

Try a Dobyn's 7'3 MH 5 Power rod. Good backbone and a softer tip.

The dobyns rods are excellent. I own about five of them and I also, have one Powell rods. Gary Dobyn's used to work with Powell Rods. His rods are very well balanced. Plus, they have a lifetime warranty with them. They have numerous tehnique specific rods in both spinning and baitcasting.

I like to keep it simple. Zoom Ultravibe Speed Craws in Green Pumpkin and Watermelon Red Tomato. Also as a change-up, I'll throw the Yamamoto Creature Bait in Green Pumpkin with Black and Gold Flake.

Spro Bronzeye Frogs are hard to beat.

I'm looking for a weighted hook for a skinny bear swimbait. I use the small 5 inch with a paddle tail. I currently use a weighted Flutter hook 1/8 oz. The problem is the hook will continually slide out of the bait. If you have any suggestions to rig my bait better or know of where I can pick up some weighted hooks in the 1/8, 3/16, or 1/4 oz. range or anyother suggestions please contact me or leave reply on forum.. Thanks, Brent

Planning on fishing Lake Neely Henry in Gadsden, AL next weekend. This is my first trip there. If anyone has any tactics, lures to be used, or general information, I'd really appreciate it. Would you target the Largemouths or the Spots, or both? Thanks, Brent Calhoun, GA

Can Anyone give me some information on a new line of rod called a carrot stick. I've seen briefly where some of the resin of the blank is made from actual carrots. I saw where Boyd Duckett mentioned them in an article. Any info./web site would be appreciated. Thanks, Brent Calhoun, GA

Strike King Lipless Crankbait - "Diamond Shad" 1/2 oz. War Eagle Jig 3/8 or 1/2 oz. 10 inch Old Monster Zoom worm with Tungsten Bullet Weight (1/8 or 1/4)

Throw some Yamamoto Senkos. Any color will do. Get you some 5 inch ones T-rig it and fish it weightless. The horizontal fall is a fish killer...the'll tatoo it!!! Brent Calhoun, GA

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Shimano Sedona 2500 .. Great Reel at a price of about $40.00-50.00. Brent Calhoun, GA

reeling down about 2 cranks of the handle. Fishing in about moderate weeds..shallow water. Brent

In my previus post, I meant HOOK not hooh. See how crazy I'm getting over this!!!! Brent Calhoun, GA

I'm having trouble setting the hook on fish with a spinning rod. Here is my set-up: ROD: Shimano Clarus 6'6 - Medium - Extra Fast Action REEL: Shimano Sedona 2500 LINE: P-Line 8 lb. Original HOOK: Gamakatsu 3/0 Extra Wide Gap Offset Shank I can detect the sensitivity of the line bump then I set the hook. About 40% of the time, the hook will not penetrate the worm on the hook set. My question is do I need a heavier rod with more backbone, a different type hooh, or another type of hook set technique? I apologize for the seemingly elementary question but I need help....the insane asylum isn't far from my house Brent Brannon Calhoun, GA

I use P-Line Evolution and absolutely love it!! The question that I have is rather simple in nature. I use 10 lb. test for primarily all my fishing tactics and set ups. In comparing it to mono, Can I go with a higher pound test ans still retain the benefits of a 10 lb. line? In other words, is the diameter the same as a premium monofilament or do I need to a specific line type for my set-ups (Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits, Worms, Topwater, etc.)? Thanks, Brent Calhoun, GA

I'm thinking of getting a BPS Extreme or Bionic Baitcasting rod. I'm thinking of a MH model. What do I need to do with the balancing kit for weight adjustments? Do i need to get a kit that is the same (MH) or get a lighter kit (M) to balance it. In other words, how does the BPS balance kits work on the rods (sensitivity, handling, kit size,etc.)? Thanks for all your suggestions!! Brent Calhoun, GA

Why in the heck did ESPN cancel the Bassmaster University Courses? I think that is a terrible mistake. Well since I can't cry over spilled milk, does anyone know of any seminars that will be held in the early part of the year? I live in GA and would primarily like to know about seminars in the SE United States! Catch a Lunker for ME! Brent Brannon Calhoun, GA

Go with a Abu Garcia Revo S. You will not be dissapointed. Cost is around $99.00. 9 bearings and agear ratio of 6:4 to 1. Just my opinion.

If your looking for a low profile baitcaster that has a lot of bang for your buck then try the ABU GARCIA REVO S. It has 9 bearings and a ratio of 6:4 to 1. I'm a Shimano man at heart, but I tried two of these and fell in love with them. The cost is around $99.00. It casts like a dream and is very light. I didn't even have to set the brakes on them. Try it you will not be disappointed. Shimano Posse..sorry...just my honest opinion..lots of love to you guys ;D

Thanks for the help. Primary use will be spinnerbaits and cranks. Budget: $100.00-150.00 thanks for the assistance..... Brent Calhoun, GA

I recently purchased a Daiwa Vento (Left handed) Baitcast reel. I would appreciate any suggestions on the right rod to match it to. I usually fish a spinning reel/rod 6'6 MH. This is my first baitcast reel and I need a suitable rod. Thanks for any suggestions and advice. Brent Calhoun, GA