1 hour ago, JediAmoeba said:

Curious- I have always found a longer rod to be better on the hookset since I pick up more line with it.

 

At what distance & depth?

1 hour ago, Catt said:

 

At what distance & depth?

For the most part I am talking 15+ feet down with at least a half ounce.

 

But even with hair jigs in 15 feet or less, I find setting the hook easier with a longer stick.

57 minutes ago, JediAmoeba said:

I am talking 15+ feet down

 

Pitching distance?

 

Or casting distance?

 

Not that it matters, you do what you're comfortable with.

 

I'm like @WRB I take up "slack", move line with my reel. I can move 31" with a single handle turn.

34 minutes ago, Catt said:

I'm like @WRB I take up "slack", move line with my reel. I can move 31" with a single handle turn.

Crank down while swinging like a wild man...that's what I do. With an 8 foot rod from tip down while reeling you easily bring in more line than you need.