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I throw this bait at all types of structure this time of year, however my favorites include stumps, brush piles and other types of isolated cover

These are often called thumb screws if they are knurled for tool-less removal on some models, or standard screws on others

After some fun in the yard, I tested the baitcasting combos on the water

Removing the level wind cap so the pawl can be removed

Turn right to tighten it, or turn it left to loosen the line

While earlier wooden lures were primarily surface baits, Dills revolutionized the industry by adding a metal diving lip that allowed the bass lure to dive and wobble underwater