If you are just running a depth finder, then a four-inch display will suffice, but most anglers are going for GPS and fish finder combo units, which run on split screens, making five- to seven-inch displays easiest to read
Although panfish are the target species for our 1/16oz jig, under the right conditions its also a great option for targeting shallow water walleye and bass
Some are designed with popper heads, like the topwater plug previously mentioned
The above described rig will work with all of the small baits that we think of as typical drop shot baits (more on which later)
However, as soon as the wind starts blowing or the current picks up, you must upgrade to between four and 10 pounds to stay at the desired depth
Yes, you should use a small amount of monofilament backing before attaching braid