To kick off your bass fishing trip, be sure to include a variety of lures: a selection of soft plastics, crankbaits, a spinner, and a couple of topwater lures
This was a little odd at first, but it actually helps you know if your drag is slipping or if its releasing smoothly, so that you can quickly backoff of it or tighten it up as needed
Whats common about the set-ups were using, theyre all medium heavy-fast (MHF) and heavier actions, necessary for extraction from weeds and other types of deep cover
Its also particularly useful when youre in shallow water and need to keep a bait up near the top
If you keep these tips in mind, you can pack less gear, and head into all sorts of areas with confidence