shimano 5000 reels Aero XR C-5000 Spinning Reel | C-5000 Finished with a steady Duracross drag Shimano Sustain FJ Spinning Reel

Several years ago I wrote about the use of single in-line hooks on plugs ( Modifications That Matter , May 2015)

Bass Hook Assortment Kit Offset worm hooks, wide gap hooks, jig heads and soft bait hooks for bass fishing and freshwater tackle boxes

So, as you gear up for your next fishing expedition, remember to tie the spool knot with confidence

Note: The jerk shad is a lure that helped land a catch of a lifetime when sight fishing from our 3rd-floor balcony ( see the balcony catch video here )

Unnati Jariwala, our tour manager, for her professional guidance and friendly support throughout the journey

These fish have specialized muscles, which they use to inflate themselves with water when threatened by potential predators