9 foot baitcasting rod White Series WT Bomb Saltwater Rods are a great option for someone looking to do both offshore and inshore fishing Shimano 9 ft Item 3

These diving crankbaits are also quite effective when trolled, and when casting is not catching bass, this is a good trick to have in your pocket

The sight and sound of a smallmouth bass smashing a lure off the surface is one of the greatest thrills in freshwater angling

Less expensive than higher strand lines it also has a greater level of roughness in finish and feel

Braided line shines in these situations not only for the heavier line strength but also for reduced abrasion to your line

This is referred to as burning a spinnerbait, and bass that are chasing bait in these areas see what looks like a small ball of bait running across the surface, and they attack

Clear Water: The visual appeal of a jerkbait makes it more effective in clear water where fish rely heavily on sight to locate prey