04-23-2019, 06:32 PM
If it is an aggressive hit the float alone will be enough to hookup without any tightening of the line. Just like jug fishing in the south; except the jug (float) is connected to the rod and reel. If the wind is blowing I just let the float go wherever it wants to go. No need to keep a tight line. I know some folks like to pull the trigger on a cat but I am satisfied to let it do the deadly deed. On less aggressive hits or short strikers I usually go with a two hook setup. One in the bait and one hook about an inch behind.
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