6'10 baitcasting rod Shimano SLX Casting The New Lews Laser HS rod series features premium multilayer Cadence Vigor Baitcasting Rod 2-Piece

Wendlandt prefers a 1/2-ounce shad-patterned Lucky Craft Slender Pointer 112MR

DROP SHOT This technique is under-utilized in general but especially during this time of year

Add pauses or speed bursts to trigger following fish

Winter (JuneAugust) Key Bass Behaviour: Lethargic, deep-holding fish Bite windows are short and subtle Fish are more selective slow down Best Lures: Lure Type Why It Works Soft Plastics (grubs, minnow) Subtle movement in cold water Vibes Keep bottom contact and vibrate on lift Spoons / Blades Small profile, deep water effectiveness Rod Pairing: [X1 702ML] or [U1 702ML] for sensitivity Extra-fast action helps detect light bites Tip: Fish mid-day when water is warmest

5 Oh Dad Very pleased with this reel

Because its a jerk bait, kids stay engaged by casting and retrieving continuously