Also, in principle, smaller fish can pass through the mesh holes, and bigger fish would not be caught either because their heads could fit through the mesh, but their gill covers could not (again, see Figure 1)
Slip Sinker Catfish Rig: The old school Slip Sinker rig is a simple and passive setup for catfish
Use a steady retrieve, slow twitch, pause, or light rod-tip movement to keep the lure working just below the surface
It also has some stretch, which can be helpful when fighting a fish as it absorbs shock, reducing the likelihood of the line breaking
Trolling Rods: Built for use in moving boats, trolling rods are heavy-duty and designed to drag bait or lures through the water, often targeting larger species like tuna or marlin
If the bird is upright (not strutting) and facing away, I aim for the middle of the back