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A slower reel, with oil and a brake-block or two helps the latter, and practice helps with the former

Material selection PETG is my default

Orvis Hydros IV Drag system: Sealed carbon & stainless drag system Pros: Super lightweight, good for saltwater, excellent drag Cons: None The Orvis Hydros IV has been improved for 2026 with a sealed drag system that has even more power than the previous Hyrdros models

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And although not every outing was scrapbook-worthy, I definitely averaged more and bigger largemouth bass A few lures stood out for me this season, as did a technique or two, which I'm already eager to capitalize on once open water is here again