If an angler is only going to start with one, they should get one with a gear ratio in the 6:1 to 7:1 range, which will cover many different applications
In addition to those purchases, it doesnt hurt to also be on the lookout for a net to haul in fish from the water, a fish finder device that will scan the water if you are on a boat or kayak, a cooler if youre looking to bring the fish home with you and a good pair of sunglasses and sunscreen! Chambers advises
I would also recommend as a general matter against bringing seeds, produce or meat into a foreign country, or back from a foreign country, with the one notable exception being bringing home fish fillets under certain circumstances
Keith Carson 36-14 (11) Each day, Carson got on a strong forward-facing sonar bite and would then leave and head far up the river to target shallow grass the rest of the day
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