st croix ice fishing rod blanks St. Rods Custom : Sports & Outdoors Croixs celebrated open water rods St. Croix Legend Black Ice

Drop shotting allows the angler to give the slightest wiggle to the tube, perfect for clear days and sluggish fish

How it works: Heavy weight stays on the bottom Leader allows the bait to float and move naturally Ideal on rocky points and deep ledges Best for: big bass on reservoirs like Orellana or Cjara

Best for Swimbaits: Shimano Curado 300K Pros Curado monicker stands for the intersection of technology and value Doesnt weigh much more than traditional standard baitcasters Great line capacity Smooth drag Cons Less than ideal for light line techniques No high-speed option Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieves 4.7: 1 and 6.6:1 gear ratios 10.4 ounces Six total bearings Savvy anglers have relied upon the Curado series of reels since the 1990s, but most of the models bearing that name have been 200-sized versions

The SMWG rig features a Guru Bayonet at the end of the hair rig