black betty reel ice fishing 13 FreeFall Ghost Maverick LH around gear ratio for shallow to mid 13 Fishing Black Betty 6061-LH

You can use this in any popper situation, but it is also more than capable when walking through lily pads

I throw a silver colored bait that matches the gizzard shad we have in Oklahoma

I never fish without appropriate eye protection and strongly encourage companions to do the same (to the point of being obnoxious, according to some friends)

There is generally a screw or lever mechanism that presses perpendicularly against the washers, which creates friction especially when each washer slides against adjacent ones the higher the pressure, the greater the resistance

Whether the skies are clear or clouded, remember to tailor your approach to maximize visibility and attractiveness of your lures