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Regards- Tim

Putting a bobber stopper above your bullet weight can keep the entire rig together, allowing it to slip in and out of holes in the grass more easily

After each ice season (and cleaning), apply a high-quality reel oil or lubricant to the internal components, paying close attention to the gears and drag system

Stopperless body fewer water and grit entry points

Best Bargain: H2OX Mettle 7 foot MH Pros Incredible value Comfortable handle and reel seat Handles a wide range of lures and lure weights Cons Not the most sensitive rod Key Features 7 feet Medium-heavy power -3/4 ounce lures Split grip cork handle My wife grabbed this rod from me early in the testing process and started whacking bass on soft swimbaits it was sensitive enough that she could feel the bite, but also fairly forgiving, which meant that she couldnt pull the lure away from them

However, the more likely explanation is simply the reduced amount of line