roadwarrior

Those are great frogs, but give the Rage Tail Toad a whirl, I think you will be pleasantly surprised!

Our library is extensive. Read "Fishing Article" at the top of the page and the attached links. Watch the videos, too! I think the general concepts and specific suggestions will help you get started. Another great resource at the top of the General section is "Best of BassResource". There you will find lots of information on baits/ lures, equipment and many techniques. If you are fishing from the bank, this might help: http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/13845-guaranteed-to-catch-bass/

I don't know when these new baits will be available, but it shouldn't be too long!

8# Red Label is simply the wrong line for spinning tackle unless you use it for leader only. I'm using 10# Tufline as backing, then tying a leader about 6" above the reel and 5" or so above the rod tip.

I think you need to take a break. Most questions have been asked before, this isn't something new, but for the poster it's all new!

Bomber Fat Free Shad Norman DD22 Rapala DT16

One of my buddfies ordered some late at night after a few whiskey drinks. As far as I know he has NEVER had a bite on one of these lures.

Pretty solid advice.

Ouh Grasshopper... So strange this would come up today, but posted last night. When Gary was having this trouble I had no idea of what created the issue. "Bad spool" was the first suspect, but that seemed unlikely with the QC in place at Seaguar, especially for their premier line. Perhaps a broken guide? No. Something in the reel? No. Spooling? No. Well, I just didn't have a clue...until yesterday. Coincidence or have we entered The Twilight Zone? I don't generally post up all my stupid mistakes unless it relates to a question and helps someone. I never even considered revealing this one, but I have found another suspect in the case. We had strong winds yesterday so I rigged up a Keitech Swing Impact Fat with a 3/4 oz swimbait jig head. The combo was G.Loomis MBR842C/ Core 50MG/ Tatsu #12. The lure is very aerodynamic and will generally cast 40 yards or more, especially with the wind, My casts petered out at 20-25 yards. First off, check the cast control. Fine. Next, off with cap to check the brakes. Maybe I had set them all on, I had made some adjustments when I lent these out at the RoadTrip. Nope, two on. Now the plot thickens. Something must be wrong with the reel. Floogeritis? Nope. Next I start walking off the line. OMG! Starting about 15 yards in, the Tatsu looks like it has gone 10 rounds with a potato peeler. The line is not cut, but finely shredded. Has to be a broken guide...Nope. As I inspect the rod I'm shocked and embarrassed to admit, I missed a guide. Not entirely though. My line was threaded through the frame support on the 5th guide down. It really cannot be distinguished without close inspection. Functionally, the line still went through, but beat up BIG TIME! So, maybe this mystery is solved or maybe not. But either way this is a plausible cause. I believe the culprit has been identified and apprehended. As Captain Renault would say, "Round up the usual suspects". User error may be in play.

Nice fish, great pic!

WOW!

Testing with both, but leaning towards cheap backing and 65 yards of Tatsu.

It's the froggy time of year! Booyah Pad Crasher: http://www.lurenet.com/species/bass-fishing-lures/booyah-pad-crasher Rage Tail Toad: http://www.ragetail.com/news/03/rage-toad-rigging/

Reel Magic is nothing more than silicone spray. It washes off quickly and is not absorbed.

How did you find time to eat and sleep?

WOW! http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-videos/rage-tail-2013.html

I'm surprised you wouldn't at least consider Pinnacle, St.croix or G.Loomis. One of the perfect "all-around" baitcasting rods is the Avid AVS68MXF.

I will look into this and respond tomorrow. This has not been my experience. -Kent

Too cool! I think you will like the other Rage Tail baits just as much. Your're gonna have to try the Lobster at least.

Might be 8lbs!

Great lure, great review!

Only one way to tell, but if it's privately owned, get permission first.

Rage Lobster, Smokin' Rooster, Rage Hawg and MegaStrike MegaBug

Several months ago I began an experiment by peeling off my Yo-Zuri Hybrid and Suffix 832 braid. On two rigs I went with Tatsu fluorocarbon line, no backing. On two others, backing and around 65 yards of Tatsu. On 3 combos, Tuf-Line and short Tatsu leaders; another three with Kanzen and Tatsu. The most notable attribute of the Tatsu is how it improves with use. Though very manageable right out of the box, the line performs even better after a little training! I treated all lines with KVD when spooling. Four month later the all-Tatsu lines are limp, no coiling or twist. Based on this test, these are my suggestions: There is no reason to waste premium line on backing. A 200 yard spool will fill or refill three reels with ~65 yards of line. There is no downside to this method. Place the knot next to the edge of the spool on either side and it will be buried deep enough that you will never feel it. As a leader I tie about 6" above the reel and 5" or so beyond the tip. This is by far the most economical method. The Alberto must be PERFECT and you should practice tying it until you have 100% in the knot. I prefer getting this set up on land so I am steady and unhurried. On average I have to tie the knot two times. Sometimes the first knot is perfect, sometimes it takes three tries. I am very impressed with Tatsu fluorocarbon line. It is the best line I have ever used. My overall preference is using this as the mainline as opposed to braid. However, when braid is called for, I am still using the Tatsu for leader in most cases. The exceptions are fishing an A-Rig or Hudd.

Had a little luck with the double rig this morning.