georgeyew

Is there a code?

I know why the Mach swimbaits are discounted. The metal joints are painted over and the sections do not move freely, they get stuck sideways often. I haven't try it in the water yet, but I don't have high hopes.

Can you read the line dial with the reel mounted on the rod?

Not too heavy for bearings?

I often use 3/0 circle hook for wacky senko fishing. I find that once they are hooked, it is very rare for them to get off. The only negative that I see with the circle hook is that you don't get to do a hook set. I do barbless sometimes if I want an easier release. But I don't really see a difference.

Black and blue jig!

Having a housekeeper is a one way door, once you get one, you can never "not" have one.

Another tip to keep the superglue from drying out is to keep it in the fridge between fishing trips. The moisture in the air is what activates the glue.

I have both the 201A and the 5501C3. The Cardiff can be used for catfish, but when using my preferred 20lb mono, it hold less line than I'd like. So the 5501C3 is my preference for catfish. But the cardiff is a great reel for bass.

If fishing lures are like stamps, then those defective flukes would be worth a bunch of money. I'd say hold on to them just in case.

I use one for wacky fishing. And the big benefit is once the fish is hooked, it is almost impossible for it to throw the hook.

You might even get some bites on that worm nibblet.

I found that a slender bait such as a fluke will hunt much better than a craw with 2 arms flapping. I think that the arms in the back will cause drag that reduces the hunting action.

I saw the bright orange Xfinity MH rods at Walmart tonight. I personally thought that the tip is a bit soft to be used for a frogs. But depending on your technique, it may work for you. I was very surprised to see that it was rated up to 2oz, considering the soft tip. I was not able to find a price checker so I just put it back and walked out empty handed.

Nice snakehead. Where did you catch it?