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That being said I've caught plenty of smallies in August though mostly in the 2 pound range using a wacky rig (with weight to stress your point.) That being said, the biggest smallies I've caught, 5 and 6 pounds, were trolling with diving jerks in August and early September and in surprisingly shallow waters

When we broke for a midday sandwich and coffee I admitted defeat and asked Tony if I could try his rod

Higher breaking strain lines (typically 0.37mm-0.45mm) will be thicker, meaning that once the cast is made, the line level will drop faster, making the reels spool seem slower

Reel Seat

Without delving into all the technicalities of braided fishing line materials and construction allow me to share some of my thoughts on factors that really matters: how braid differs from the monofilament fishing line you've been using, and how you can use this product to better your fishing experience