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A 1000 size reel will do just fine. The most noticeable differences for me between larger reels and the 1000 size are the strength of the drag and line capacity. With that size line, I feel it's more about how smooth the drag performs rather than the strength. Furthermore, with such small diameter line, you shouldn't have any problem fitting plenty of line on for finnesse techniques. Hope this helps!

I've used mine stock to throw 1/8 oz. shaky head trick worms. Ballistics will bomb heavier lures, but are very versatile on the low end as well IMO.

Hell's itch is no joke. Wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy!!

What is the weight on this reel?

Just call them, they will probably have you pay the replacement fee, but you'll get a brand new rod. They were very easy to deal with when I broke my micro magic

There will be quite a few votes for the curado on this site

Felixone, What boat landing on Lake Wateree did you use? That's home water for me 7 months out of the year

Need any help you guys would be willing to offer on places to put kayaks in, where to target fish, etc. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!

The smoke reel is a solid performer. Light, smooth out of the box, and has a smooth drag. Don't know much about the rods, but the reel is a solid purchase and the first generation version can be had at very good pricing now.

I'll be around until September. My job limits my time significantly, but on a day off I'll travel a pretty good distance for good fishing!

Awesome! Thanks so much for the reply!

I'll be in Savannah GA all summer and was wondering if anyone has any advice on where to go to bank fish for bass, as well as inshore species such as reds, trout, flounder, etc Any help is greatly appreciated!

I've had my Falcon Original 7' medium for 6 years now. It will do well for small to medium sized crankbaits, and you will not be able to hurt it. Good parabolic bend, very soft tip. Will balance well with pretty much any reel because of the full cork handle.

Thank you so much everyone. This site is full of amazingly good hearted people. We're hanging in there, moving forward every day. I hope everybody has a great Super Bowl weekend!

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The L&L works best when you apply it, then let it dry into the line overnight. That lets it bond with the FC. Then applying a small amount to the outside of the line right before fishing seems to help as well. I'd try invisx. It's softer and more supple than other FC's i've tried, and I've heard it works well on spinning outfits. That is, if you're still interested in using straight fluoro. Personally I will choose braid every day of the week and twice on Sunday.

Lawwwd have mercy...

Just asked Dobyns what they recommend for this exact technique. Your preference will determine the length, but a 4 or 5 power crank bait rod out of their Champion line is what they recommended. The general consensus on jerkbait rods tends to be a 6-7 foot medium power, fast action rod. Hope this helps!

Lew's tournament pro. Lightweight and the most versatile reel I have used

What does he plan on using it for?

Want to know if anyone has been able to compare these two side by side. It's down to these two for me. The one I choose will be used mostly for bass, but will see some use for light inshore fishing from time to time. Will probably go with the 2500 size. Thanks in advance for any info you guys can provide!

Medium fast should work well with the light wire hooks. Medium heavy with heavier line could bend the lighter hook, causing you to lose fish

If you wanted to save a little more, I'd give the bionic blades a look. I have the white micro guide version in a spinning model (7' medium fast) and it is a solid performer with good sensitivity.

Most fishing teams now are two anglers per boat, and not everyone is required to own a boat. I have multiple friends who do not own boats but are still able to fish on college teams as co-anglers

Hooked myself last year in the chin with a treble hook from a small zara spook. Went past the barb, and I couldn't do anything but drive myself to the hospital. After they cut it out and issued a tetanus shot, I had to go to my 3 hour senior seminar class. Not my favorite day haha