90 degree short shank fishing hooks Daiichi Hook (4660) – Smitty's Fly Box V1 point combines a more efficient point design with a new sharpening process to enhance the quality 6/0~28/0 Tuna Catfish Saltwater Strong

Filing off the barb is one method, though that destroys any corrosion-resistant coating the hook may have, but the easiest way is to simply squash the barb using a pair of pliers

Thats why I was so surprised at how light it feltdemonstrating the importance of balance over just absolute weight

Shanks come in short, medium or long lengths

40% more drag output than Classic Series: up to 21 lbs

High End KastKing Spinning Reel I'm a big fan of these saltwater Kapstan reels and use them on my kayak for bottom fishing in tidal waters

The following list includes a mixture of our favourites for all types of bass fishing you are likely to encounter