okum rod ce-s-762l-1 Okuma Celilo Salmon and Steelhead Lightweight Graphite Rods, CE-C-762Hb, Black : Sports & Outdoors Celilo ultralights begin at just 46 in length and continue to 76 Okuma SST S 762 L

Only thing tedious was reassembly of the anti-reverse spring, I have no idea how I got it right but it's working

In general, if youre fishing reefs that can be shallow in some spots, a floating pencil is going to be the move

Every fisher is obligated to ensure the respectful treatment of the fish they catch

From the bank of rivers Hot Shots are best fished by: Cast straight out across the river ideally above a pool or other fish holding area Reel in just fast enough to feel the beat of the lure wiggling As the lure drifts downstream and starts to swing across the river, slow down the retrieve Once the lure is directly downstream, finish the retrieve and try again Strikes will usually be arm jerking hits From a boat in rivers: Position the boat about 40 to 50 feet upstream of where you want to fish Let out about 40 feet of line with the Hot Shot at the end Put the rod in the rod holder Slowly move the boat downstream, at about half the speed of the current Allow the fish to completely take the lure, before grabbing the rod In lakes Hot Shots are best trolled

Measures 16-1/4" end to end

Daiwa touts the T-Wing system as the best way to increase castability, and I found that to be spot on