Best Ned Rig Bait: Z-Man Finesse TRD Pros ElaZtech plastic doesnt break down easily Wide array of color options Subtle floating action underwater Cons Will melt when introduced to other soft plastic baits Specs: Size: 2.75 inches Key colors: Green Pumpkin, The Deal, Coppertreuse Prime Conditions: Pre-spawn and early post-spawn Bluff walls, rock piles, current breaks The Ned Rig is an undisputed smallmouth catching machine
For anglers who live east of the Mississippi River, the term drop-shot often brings thoughts of deep water, wimpy rods, spinning reels, 6-pound-test and plastic worms the size of spaghetti noodles
They remain intact in an environment where they are disposed of for long periods
That is why most of the modern reels have the handle closer to the spool center
In a survival situation, you might not have a flashlight
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