daiwa baitfeeder reels FRSWEX10000 Free Swimmer EX Spinning Reel ensuring you can tackle even the toughest fishing challenges Saltwater Daiwa Reel | DICK'S

Built with a rugged, aluminum frame and side plate, Ultimate Tournament Carbon Drag (UTD), and a machined aluminum spool- you are ready to tackle the elements in your pursuit of giants

A large finesse worm, like a Zoom Six Inch Finesse Worm or a Six Inch Roboworm, rigged weedless on a dropshot with a super long leader is my best producer, especially for big largemouth

Baitcasters in the right hands will outdistance any skilled spinning reel angler

Find a suitable thorn and snap it off

Conger traces typically feature a size 8/0 hook and monofilament of 150 200lbs breaking strain line making them ideal for this purpose