daiwa df100a giant reel Spinning 1BB, 3.4:1, 20/460 30/320 40/240 M Daiwa DF100A Giant Size Spinning

In clearer water a willow leaf blade gives you more flash

6-10 Pound braided line Drop shot, finesse baits, clear water 10-15 Pound braided line Shallow crankbaits, spinnerbaits, Worms 15-20 Pound braided line Topwater poppers, blade baits 20-30 Pound braided line Jigs, spoons, heavier topwater baits and spinnerbaits 30-50 Pound braided line Frogs, Whopper Ploppers, Large swimbaits, Texas Rigs These are just a few examples of the right pound test braided fishing line for bass

Get on the flats at first light and pole slow and quiet, keeping an eye out for anything breaking the surface

Fluorocarbon is best known for being almost invisible in the water and has very little stretch

Since so much time is spent in shallow water, keep an eye out for obstructions that can damage your boat or knock you in the water