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And there are loads of topwater lures designed for open water schooling bass, covering the lilly pads, and everything in between

Topwater tackle I like to fish walking baits, prop baits and the soft-plastic jerkbait on the same rods, 13 Fishing Envy baitcasters, medium to medium-heavy action, between 7 feet and 7 1/2 feet

The most important part is finishing with the bait straight and true on the hook shank

They also allow for stronger line and provide more power when fighting larger fish or pulling bass out of thick cover

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Weightless soft plastics with a quick retrieval, shallow cranks and jerks, and spinnerbaits are great ideas