big gulp fishing lures Berkley Gulp! Saltwater Grub – Fisherman's Headquarters Gulp!® Saltwater 6″ Grub –

A good setup for trolling or bottom fishing is a 7-foot, medium-heavy rod coupled with a 30 pound conventional reel spooled with 50 pound braid and a 100 yard monofilament top shot

Additionally, the vinyl body is very tough, making it a great pick when smaller stripers are out in force

Best for: Casual fishing, light tackle, boat fishing Pros: Portable, no ground penetration needed Cons: Limited stability, not suitable for heavy catfish rods, requires something to clamp onto Tripod Rod Holders: Tripod-style holders sit on top of the ground with three legs for stability

Magic Cast adjustable magnetic anti-backlash cast control system uses Lenz Law to help reduce line overrun and bird nests Wide-frame three-speed conventional reel with increased line capacity for offshore fishing Patented dual carbon fiber drag system with adjustable strike pre-set Precision-machined 6061 T-6 marine grade aluminum frame with Glide Plate control, silent dog anti-reverse, and 9 ball bearings Manufacturer's limited warranty Specifications: Retrieve: Left or Right Gear ratio: High: 5.4:1 Medium: 2.4:1 Low: 1.3:1 Bearings: 9BB Line capacity: 100/620 Max drag: Strike: 40 lbs

You can always compensate for a drag being too loose by simply tightening it up a bit when you hook that monster catfish of a lifetime, about 1/4 turn at a time

When to Fish Early Mornings 05:45am 09:00am or late afternoons 16:00 darkness are easily the best time for a serious angler