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Much of the foodstuff that shows up on the surface is at the small end of the spectrum, so a small surface lure, like a Crickhopper worked on top or a Teeny Torpedo, more effectively matches the hatch than does a traditional topwater lure for bass

Unfortunately, luggage costs and rules have also exploded at this same time, meaning that its not always feasible to take an oversized 7- or 8-foot rod tube on distant trips

For the beefier Super Duty on the 7-foot, 3-inch heavy, Ill usually go with the 8.3:1 gear ratio since Im wanting to cover water with most of the baits I fish with that combo

A Whopper Plopper is just plain fun to fish, churning up water as it chugs along across your pond, and the smaller versions are particularly attractive to bass