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I own 2 pistol grips. Both are 5'6" medium action from BPS. Believe Lew's makes one too. Like mine for bank fishing and when sitting down in a Jon Boat. Finding access to fish a decent creek is not always easy and, once you do, it's best to keep it to yourself and others you trust. And we have huge gators in MS too just not in this location.
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The Academy Mettle has a good reputation in my neck of the woods. Tough, durable reel. The rod? Don't see how you could go wrong with the Daiwa Aird-X. Big favorite on this board. Academy gives you a 60 day return window.
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Bass bite is great. Bass are in spawning patterns and can be seen shallow. Anywhere between 3 -10 feet can be productive depending on the day and how the fish are moving. Anglers are using a variety of techniques to catch their fish. Lures like lipless crankbaits and single swimbaits are productive. Target offshore humps, points, and river ledges with 1 oz. spinnerbaits, Alabama rigs, suspending jerkbaits, jigs, rattletraps, and grubs. Good electronics are a must for the off-shore bite. Live minnows/shiners are also good bait choices. 
Fishing Report - 4/29/2025 MDWFP Pickwick Lake (JP Coleman State Park)
https://www.mdwfp.com/fishing-boating/lakes/pickwick-lake-jp-coleman-state-park

More than a few panfish threads @texasfishingforum.com. 
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Catalpa Worms for Bull Bluegill on 4 or 6 pound test is fun to catch.
 

BPS has a liberal return policy. 
 
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