The drag only works when it is retrieved that way
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Through testing dozens of reels over the years, Ive learned that, yes, expensive reels are typically quality reels
I do not recommend burying the hook tip under the flat back of a soft plastic because it will result in a lot of lost hook sets
I have seen actively feeding trout flare up and travel metres just to engulf a lure, as well as disinterested cruisers and sitters turning on a dime and slashing at a lure that travels too close to their zone
Your casting gear will work acceptably for vertical jigging in a pinch, but a good dedicated jigging rod will make it easier and more enjoyable when using this technique, Hogan told me, explaining how the very nature of vertical jigging makes selecting a rod designed for this technique a wise decision