To begin the process a crucial part is to know which type of line to spool the reel with, although this could vary depending on the conditions of the body of water being fished. For shallow along with lightly obstructed waters, a fifteen to twenty-pound test fluorocarbon or monofilament line is suitable. If fishing in deeper water or heavy grass, as well as obstructed areas with stumps not to mention trees, a thirty to forty-pound test braided line is recommended. Once reel has been set up with the preferred line; a weight must …show more content…
Equally important as the line, the type, and style combined with the heaviness of the weight is based on the conditions of the water. In shallow or lightly obstructed water. A half ounce to three quarter ounces, galvanized or brass bullet weight should be utilized. For deeper water or heavily obstructed areas. A one ounce to one-half ounce, brass or tungsten, barrel or egg weight is needed. Following the weight; a glass bead should be added to the line. This beads’ color is determined by the clarity of the water, for murky water any bright color should be used. In clear water using a clear bead or dark color works well. Once the bead is added, tie the line to any small swivel using a Palomar Knot. A leader is then tied using the same type of knot to the bottom of the swivel. It can be made up of fifteen to twenty-pound fluorocarbon or monofilament line. The length ranges from one to two feet depending on the depth of the fish. Also, a hook is tied to the tail of the leader also using a Palomar Knot. Selecting the right hook is also based on the size, type, and style of soft