of the hook will be embedded and unless you
apply enough tension, you can get slack in the
line and easily loose the fish when it gets close to
the boat.
important, usually you will see the strike long
before you feet it.
Best rod: A lightweight 7 112-foot graphite rod
1/2 feet to 7 1/2 feet, made of graphite with a
Flipping and pitching :
Flipping requires you to hold the rod near the
designed for removing fish from heavy cover in
shallow water.
The recommended size would be from 7- to
8-feet long (many tournament circuits do not
allow rods longer than 8-feet). A good choice
Choosing the correct rod will
enhance your fishing and make
each trip more successful.
Increase your hook sets and
you'll catch more fish. Using
these tips will also save you
money in the long run by
keeping you from purchasing
rods that have little purpose in
your arsenal.
easier to pitch the baits. Pitching and flipping go
flexibility. This flexibility will make it easier for
the angler to make quiet entries into the water
and makes pitching much simpler when
necessary.
Angling Times Weekly SA
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THE RIGHT ROD CAN MAKE A
DIFFERENCE. GIVE IT A TRY!
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