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As the fish swings underneath and out from the boat a decent amount of line can be taken by using a series of short rapid lifts and quick cranks

Casey Reed Popper tackle box Rod: 69 Medium-power, extra-fast Cashion Icon Topwater/Jerkbait Rod Reel: Shimano Curado 200 XGK 8.5:1 Gear Ratio Line: 15-lb Copolymer Best for Walking Topwater Heddon Spook Buy from: BASS PRO SHOPS AMAZON DICKS SPORTING GOODS Why it works Walking lures, like the Heddon Spook, are great summer bass lures for working the shady edge below a dock or open points and humps during low-light hours

Dan and I first used this one when out shooting the pictures for the aforementioned Mission rods and his first reaction in particular was incredulous

I usually launch from either the boat ramp or kiddie beach, since they are pretty close to the break wall where we fish

When you feel a tug on the net, flip it to "trap" the fish and pull the net to shore or onto the boat

also really sensitive