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I would be reaching for a chatterbait, spinner or crank

Bass fishing with a spinning rod seldom needs more than 10 lb braid. 8 lb leader is fine, but 6 would be my choice.

The alberto will pass better than the Uni to uni but not as good as the FG. I usually only for through the guides with spinning gear or leader that will be used for 1 say only

Not speaking for Mick, but you will run our of $$$$$ before you run out of options. My swim jigs are slightly heavier than those I bring to the bottom and have a lighter wire since they are usually in open water. I also find the hit to come closer to the surface, so setting the hook is easier. I know that doesn't help much, but any pumpkin or brown with suitable trailer will work

Think the parameters have to be narrowed down a bit and the time of the year too. I try not to fall in love with a specific bait as it narrows my options.

When I can't decide I reach for a chatterbait. Windy, choppy water gets the white spinner

I a, in the same boat and have 2 loaded with 20 and 30 lb. Been practicing in the backyard and patience is rewarded.

I could be out on Squam next week. The lower river heard the dam is clear and I hope to hit it Saturday

7' FC leader and 20 lb braid. I do like the extra stretch I get with blue label for trebles. I think not doing so based on not wanting to tie the knot is overstated. I have never seen a properly tied know fail for this purpose.

Howdy and Welcome from the "Live Free or die" state. Semper-Fi, Al

I can't tell the difference between owner and Gammy, the hook up ratio is equally high. I think how you attach the plastic is more important, ie 2 rings

My Mrs purchased a great pocketbook with a side compartment that fits her shield perfectly. He'll, she can shoot right the the bag if the situation allows

I don't, but my buddy does and it works great. Not perfect in real windy conditions, but most of the time it is fine.....especially when he is solo

All day and sometimes the following day. I do re-tie terminal tackle every couple fish

I have seen the green pumpkin work in almost every situation... It I had to pick 1, the GP gets the call

I have limited experience with the dredger, but already love them. They cast farther and dive faster. I suspect they will be my deep divers of choice

Usually not, but I usually make it so the knot stops just before the reel.....for drop shot I don't mind casting a bait that almost makes it back to the handle......it would better with spinning guides than casting guides

I have 1 5/1 with most being 6 and 7's, and 1 8. In my area most don't have an arsenal of reals and are looking to accomplish a brand array of style with 1 or 2 reals. I believe a 6 gives them the best option

I have that type of water and for drop shotting, spinning gear, 10 lb Braid and 13 feet of FC leader. Seaguar Blue, or Tatsu.....just my personal preference

The owner 35's deserve a look and they are shorter than the 36

Either is fine. For senkos I use spinning gear with PP

Hard to beat the 36's and I am trying the 35's. If the owners were not available, I would go gammy

Point well taken.....my larger swim bait is the WP130, large Rat....typically in the 2 once range

Top water in open water, anything larger that 20-30 lb test is rope

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