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SW I M BA IT
Fisherman’s Warehouse
Winter 2024
must-haves
page 30
A
s cold water creeps
into the lakes and
reservoirs, it’s time to pick up the big baits and get ready
for a chance at a monster bass.
Swimbait fishing has become
much more popular in recent years
as more and more anglers are
gaining confidence in them and
seeing the results. To get geared up
for prime swimbaiting, here’s a look
at some of the must-have items for
the season.
SWIMBAIT RODS, REELS AND LINE
Before we get to the baits, here’s a rundown of some of the best gear to handle these heavy lures and land those monster bass. Sure, you could use your flipping stick or the heaviest rod you own, but a specific swimbait rod and proper reel and line will make you much more successful.
For rods, one of the best in the game for swimbaits is Dobyns Rods. They have several swimbait rods in all their lines that handle everything from glides, soft trout imitators, and everything else you want to throw.
The good news about Dobyns Rods is they have something for everyone’s budget, from the do-it-all FR 795SB or beefier FR 806HSB in the Fury lineup that retail for under $140 to more expensive options. The full-grip Champion XP models retail for around $300 and are some of the most popular swimbait rods available because word has gotten out about how good they are for big baits. Also in this lineup is an