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A reel like this can handle anything from lighter lines like 10-pound fluoro and 30-pound braid up to about 40-pound braid, 17-pound fluorocarbon and 15-pound test monofilament

In low-clear conditions, you can hook a small #10 or #8 baithook through the head of the worm and drift it with a small split shot attached to the line about 8 to 10 inches above the lure

Try heading out into the thick slop and pads at this time of year and try the techniques mentioned above

Fishing in early spring can be very different from fishing in late spring, so you'll need to be flexible with your techniques

All are made with quality skirt material, and have an excellent hook that keeps fish pinned