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At times a Striped Bass will miss your topwater plug or short strike

The explosive strikes you get on these lures are nothing short of heart-pounding

I was a little skeptical about the retail price being that it's at the same price point as high performance Japanese reels but I've been blown away by the performance

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Pros & Cons Pro: Highest review rating in this guide (4.6) across the largest sample after the Lew's Pro: $110 puts it in beater-budget territory while still feeling like a real reel Pro: Aluminum frame at this price is uncommon Con: Stock magnetic brake is on the conservative side

Here are the lures that should have a place in your tackle box this season: Soft Swimbaits Swimbaits are highly effective for fall striper fishing because they closely mimic the appearance and swimming motion of the baitfish striped bass are hunting