David P

Delta - Braid and 20-25lb fluoro All of our lakes, I use 6,10, and 12lb fluorocarbon, occasionally 15. My drags are cranked down too, even on spinning reels with 6lb test, I just loosen them after the fish is hooked. Does he break off literally on the hook set itself? Or sets the hook, then breaks off during the fight?

Delta - Braid and 20-25lb fluoro All of our lakes, I use 6,10, and 12lb fluorocarbon, occasionally 15. My drags are cranked down too, even on spinning reels with 6lb test, I just loosen them after the fish is hooked. Does he break off literally on the hook set itself? Or sets the hook, then breaks off during the fight?

Delta - Braid and 20-25lb fluoro All of our lakes, I use 6,10, and 12lb fluorocarbon, occasionally 15. My drags are cranked down too, even on spinning reels with 6lb test, I just loosen them after the fish is hooked. Does he break off literally on the hook set itself? Or sets the hook, then breaks off during the fight?

I haven't posted a report in a while, but figured I'd post up my new personal best spotted bass. Caught on a California Reservoir Lures jig and Dichoso Baits Twin Tail Grub. She went 6.7lbs

Chris, Lots of us NorCal guys set hard, I'm skinny as all hell too, and set the hook extremely hard. I never had this issue in the first place, but I do not set the hook on SLACK line, I reel down almost all the way before setting the hook. I also loosen my drag the second I hook into a solid fish.

Chris, Lots of us NorCal guys set hard, I'm skinny as all hell too, and set the hook extremely hard. I never had this issue in the first place, but I do not set the hook on SLACK line, I reel down almost all the way before setting the hook. I also loosen my drag the second I hook into a solid fish.

Chris, Lots of us NorCal guys set hard, I'm skinny as all hell too, and set the hook extremely hard. I never had this issue in the first place, but I do not set the hook on SLACK line, I reel down almost all the way before setting the hook. I also loosen my drag the second I hook into a solid fish.

I've never heard of anyone consistently breaking off fish due to hook sets, and I've seen some rain makers... Assuming that some is the problem, maybe a softer actioned rod?? Might help having even a more forgiving rod. OR just learn to not set the hook so hard. If you're losing that many fish, it might be worth it to retrain yourself.

I've never heard of anyone consistently breaking off fish due to hook sets, and I've seen some rain makers... Assuming that some is the problem, maybe a softer actioned rod?? Might help having even a more forgiving rod. OR just learn to not set the hook so hard. If you're losing that many fish, it might be worth it to retrain yourself.

I've never heard of anyone consistently breaking off fish due to hook sets, and I've seen some rain makers... Assuming that some is the problem, maybe a softer actioned rod?? Might help having even a more forgiving rod. OR just learn to not set the hook so hard. If you're losing that many fish, it might be worth it to retrain yourself.

I use my 805 RM for Medium Cranks too, without any problems. I do have a 764 RM that I use for shallow cranks as well, but when I want 2 tied on I use the 805 as the back up.

The 805 RM was specifically designed by Randy McAbee for throwing deep diving crankbaits. I've been throwing the 6xd and Little John Deep Divers on the 805RM for a few months now and absolutely love it. The rod is incredible. That extra power really helps get the hooks into the fish on long casts with the bait down deep!

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Get what YOU want and like, not what other guys tell you. If you want to support SPRO or BBZ, by all means go for it. If you want to support Tackle Warehouse, great! People spend tons of money on hats, sweatshirts, t-shirts, and yet they aren't sponsored. Jerseys are comfortable, light weight, and can keep you protected in the hot days of summer. No reason not to get one if you want to. You can always get one made, it's rather expensive ($100 +/-) but sites like Rayjus, Gemini, and the guy that posted up above all make custom ones in which you can add multiple companies on one jersey. Do what makes you happy.

Get what YOU want and like, not what other guys tell you. If you want to support SPRO or BBZ, by all means go for it. If you want to support Tackle Warehouse, great! People spend tons of money on hats, sweatshirts, t-shirts, and yet they aren't sponsored. Jerseys are comfortable, light weight, and can keep you protected in the hot days of summer. No reason not to get one if you want to. You can always get one made, it's rather expensive ($100 +/-) but sites like Rayjus, Gemini, and the guy that posted up above all make custom ones in which you can add multiple companies on one jersey. Do what makes you happy.

I use a Dobyns 743 Extreme for 1/4oz and 3/8oz jigs and love the rod to death, extremely light and sensitive. It's a bit over your price range, but IMO well worth it for a jig rod. The Dobyns 733 Champion is in your price range, and it too is a very good rod. I used it for over a year before upgrading to the 743. Can't go wrong either way!

Looks like one of black dog baits newer baits.

I purchased one a year back or so, my tournament partner had one for over a year before I got mine, and it was dead on (still is to this day). Mine was incredibly off, sometimes by 3-4lbs, other times by less. For the sale price, it's a killer deal, if you get an accurate one. I sent mine back to TW and they refunded my money.

Basstrix can get pricey, but they're good baits. I really like the Dichoso Baits Jerk Minnow. It's 5.25" and has a cut in the body enabling it to have more action, plus they're softer than the mass produced fluke style baits that I've used.

They've always been nothing but spectacular with their customer service with myself, and everyone else I know. UPS has damaged a few packages of mine, and they've sent out the new item the very same day, no questions asked.

I really like the Dobyns 733 Champion and 743 for 1/8oz bullet weights and t-rigged worms, brushhogs, etc... The 733 is rated 1/4oz and above, but with the weight of the plastic, I've had absolutely no problems casting 1/8oz t-rigs. Sensitive, light, all around very nice rod for that price point. As Craiger said below, you can also opt for the 702, great for 1/8oz baits also. It's a little softer tip and lighter, little less versatile, but definitely good for light baits as well.

I use Dichoso Baits exclusively. They definitely have a tendency to boost my confidence knowing that no one else is throwing the same thing. Getting to pick your own colors, flakes, and how soft the bait will be is always nice. I've never used those NastyBaits specifically, but hand pours are great.

I use a DichosoBaits Flat Belly Boa, it's very similar to the Zoom trick worm, but having it hand poured enables me to order it in a much softer plastic, as well as a more buoyant plastic when desired.

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I didnt miss quote you, you wrote it. It says just above. Im not arguing anyway. However you are stating your opinion, and I respect that. I punch alot to, I live very close to you. I have no problem punching all day. I also use an Irod in certain applications because it is better suited for certain circumstances. Its a heavy rod, but it serves the purpose well. I also have a Lamiglas 806 certified pro, your right tip heavy. However it is one of the best rods Ive fished for big top water wake baits and swim baits, hence I keep it. See ya on the river.