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Based on the number of trout I started hooking, I knew I was on to something

Since then, Daiwa started producing a big swim-bait rod in their Zillion line that handles 6- to 7-ounce baits without a problem

Keep the rod tip pointed down while retrieving to help keep your lure at the desired depth, and lessen the arc needed to set the hook when a fish hits

Here is the life cycle of the sea lamprey, which is invasive to the Great Lakes

Additionally, in systems where there is a lot of prawn or garfish activity, using surface lures are the best chance I have of catching a fish, because the bream are naturally looking up, actively chasing prey off and around the surface