Betts wrote:
So much helpful advice!! Thank you, everyone. Going to go study up on the knots, put the leader on the line and tie a snap swivel to the end of the lead. You all are the best. ๐๐๐
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When you learn how to fish the "DROPSHOT TECHNIQUE" fishing will become much more enjoyable for you and you will become more successful....Good stuff.... As a predominately shore angler getting back into fishing, I love how user friendly drop shot is even from the shore. Just one more tool in the box for me to use.
TacticalBassin;
Are you ready to try something different to catch more bass this Fall? Are you tired of the same old drop-shot worm? Its time to discover a new way to fish a finesse swimbait! Drop-shotting small swimbaits is a deadly trick for Fall bass that are feeding on baitfish. If you aren't doing it this Fall, you're missing fish that are ready to be caught.
Tim turns to a non-traditional drop-shot rig for Fall bass. Not only does he use a swimbait instead of a worm, he also prefers to tie his tungsten drop-shot weights to the line instead of using a standard drop-shot weight. He explains that smallmouth and spotted bass will often throw traditional drop-shot weights off the line during the fight but a tied weight will last much longer. This video is full of small details that make a huge difference so pay close attention to what Tim is teaching.
While the actual method is simple, Tim breaks down 3 key applications for the drop-shotted swimbait. He also explains there are two different hooks that work for this technique. The Owner mosquito light is best with higher-end tackle that has been dialed in to absorb the hard runs of big bass. This hook is incredibly sharp but will bend under load if the angler is not experienced with battling big bass. For those with budget tackle that is not as dialed in, or those who simply prefer a heavier wire hook, the Trokar drop-shot hook is a phenomenal option. Below is a breakdown of the baits, hooks, weights, and equipment that Tim recommends for this method.
The baits...
-Keitech 3" Easy Shiner Swimbait:
(Crystal Shad, Tennessee Shad, Silver Flash Minnow)
-Megabass Hazedong 3" Swimbait:
(Tennessee Shad, Shio Kosho, Ghost Shad)
-Damiki Armor Shad Swimbait:
(Pearl Gill, RP Blue Pearl, Tennessee Shad)
The Hooks...
-Owner Mosquito Light (lighter wire) Size 1:
-Trokar Dropshot Hook (Heavier Wire) Size 1:
Tim's Favorite Dropshot Spinning Combo...
Rod- G Loomis NRX 822 DSR:
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000:
Line- Sunline XPlasma Asegai Braid 8 lb:
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb:
Tim's Favorite Dropshot Casting Combo...
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852C JWR:
Reel- Aldebaran MGL:
Line- 20 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro:
Leader- 8 lb Sunline Sniper:
Budget-Friendly Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 702 Med Light Spinning:
Reel- Daiwa Fuego LT 2500:
Line- Power Pro Braided Line 15 lb:
Leader- 8 lb Maxima Ultragreen:
Please click on link for additional "VIDEO" information, Thank You.
https://youtu.be/41Xc4_YgoTQRon620DVS๐ฃ๐๐ ๐ธ๐ฆ
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