shimano baitrunner 2500 st free spool reels DL2500FB Reel | Carp Fishing - Mias Angling Model:ES71MHXF including saltwater casting and Avet G2 SX Lever artificial soft plastic baits

shimano baitrunner 2500 st free spool reels DL2500FB Reel | Carp Fishing - Mias Angling Model:ES71MHXF including saltwater casting and Avet G2 SX Lever artificial soft plastic baits

Avet G2 SX Lever Drag Reels - SX G2 5.3 MC / Green

That combination seems to work very well in clear water, where if the water is a bit more off-colored, I opt for a bit darker patterned bait with the “bruiser” patterned Cricket being a favorite

artificial soft plastic baits

Model:ES71MHXF

While the perfection loop appears simple and maybe even “weak”, the reality is, the knot is highly effective in the hook set and in strength

including saltwater casting and bait fishing for a variety of pelagic gamefish offshore