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Shaky Head
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06/07/20 09:20 PM
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Rockfisherman
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Ok, I think I am going to give the deep water shaky head a try
Is there any other reason besides line size that I should use a spinning reel vs just using a bait caster?
Can I just use a bait caster with 12/14 lb line?
Thoughts?
PM me to let me know how it was!
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Rockfisherman]
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06/07/20 09:35 PM
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senko9S
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either works but spinning works better fishing vertically and allows the smaller diameter line presentation.
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Rockfisherman]
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06/08/20 12:46 AM
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Dude Lebowski
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I use a small spool baitcaster and 15 lb. test. It works for me and I can show you the results that prove it.
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Rockfisherman]
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06/08/20 03:58 AM
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heb-bass
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I use a bait caster and 15# fluoro.
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Dude Lebowski]
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06/08/20 05:06 AM
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Duck_Hunter
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I use a small spool baitcaster and 15 lb. test. It works for me and I can show you the results that prove it. I like seeing big bass pictures, so let’s see them. Not doubting you at all, I just want to see pics!
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Rockfisherman]
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06/08/20 06:42 PM
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Medinalakeguy
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I use a Mag Light XF spinning rod just cause it makes a two pounder feel like a ten
Falcon Rods > G.Loomis 2004 Skeeter ZX250 JIMBO WINBO
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Rockfisherman]
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06/08/20 07:12 PM
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Allison1
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I use light bait cast of spinning reel. From 6 to 10 pound line, usually 8 with 15 pound string.
I think you get better action with lighter line.
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Re: Shaky Head
[Re: Dude Lebowski]
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06/09/20 12:17 AM
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fivebites
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I use a small spool baitcaster and 15 lb. test. It works for me and I can show you the results that prove it. I like seeing big bass pictures, so let’s see them. Not doubting you at all, I just want to see pics! Nuff said?
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