shimano alivio cx specimen rod 12ft 2.75 lb DX 12-350 2-Part Carp Sports & Outdoors Shimano Alivio CX Match Rod

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Lure fishing in the winter is tougher, but many species are around still, including bass, just in lower numbers

Any "flat spots" in the curve could indicate a weakness in the blank

When fish are pressured or you want a more natural egg-style presentation, beads can be a good change-up

Moreover, jigging motions required in Wally fishing are better performed with a tip section thats not mushy