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BEST BRAID FOR BOTTOM-ORIENTED TECHNIQUES Downey uses high-visibility braid for bottom contact techniques, such as jigs, Ned rigs, and drop shot rigging, to name a few

Symptoms include seeing a dramatic change in polyethylene line (spun from strands of Dyneema or Spectra), with red turning to pink, yellow fishing line reverting to white, and dark green fishing line waning to lime

It's especially productive in sandy areas where sand eels are naturally abundant, drawing in larger bass

The subtle movement and versatility of jerkbaits make them effective in clear water, where stripers can get a good look at the lure before committing