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Swimbaits- which one and rod / reel set-up?

Shadcranker
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I am looking to buy a couple of soft plastic swimbaits, and have found 3 that look good so far:

California Swimbabes Baby E

Optimum Swimbait

3:16 Shad

Has anyone used any of these?

Also, what is the recommended rod / reel combo for a 4-5" soft swimbait?

Finally, when and where do you fish these things? Are they a clear water bait, shallow only, around cover only????

Thanks

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    You can get by on heavy bass tackle for most of the newer/smaller swimbaits, but when you get up to the hud's and the other 8" 3-6 oz. or heavier baits, it's time to move up to a swimbait setup.

    Your arms and shoulders will thank you.

    Okuma makes a great selection and at $99.00 the price is right.

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