There was an edge-of-the-seat back-and-forth as Poirier eventually stamped his own authority on the fight
You wont be able to fish effectively with lightweight lures (below 1oz) or heavier tackle (over 3oz)
If a twin hook configuration isn't getting bit, I'll switch to a single
This new technology allowed Gamakatsu to make better hooks more quickly, giving them a competitive advantage in the Japanese market
Also, flipping or pitching techniques are designed for getting bass out of dense cover in shallow water, like matted grass and submerged tree branches, so a baitcaster is perfectly suitable for use with the tough, heavier lines necessary to do this
Poppers My favorite small popper the Smack-It Jr. has been tougher to find these days, but Grumpys Tackle in Seaside Park, NJ has a ready supply and you can get them at Surfland in Newburyport, MA as well and both sell them online