daiwa & okuma spinning reels X-Series X-4000XA your retrieve will be smooth thanks to HDGII High Density Main Gear technology coupled with precision machine cut brass pinion gear Okuma ISX-4000XA Inspira ISX Spinning

So when you stop the retrieve, the jerkbait hangs in the water

I mostly prefer craw patterns for river smallmouths, so Ive only fished with Diamond Craw and Chili Bowl so far, but I have zero doubt that Tropical Shad will be a winner for imitating baitfish while offering those brighter colors that smallmouth cannot resist

Thanks Ive used momoi diamind braid for the last 5 years and in my experience with it has been game changing

It cast like a bullet due to its weight, has a deep rattle which I always look for and creates a lot of motion on the surface when retrieved

One advantage of the rod holder approach is that you can also use the rod holder for other accessories, such as cutting boards, or serving trays.