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Christie likes a 1/2-ounce Mobster, which he typically pairs with a YUM Craw Chunk, although he noted that he might use a 3.5-inch Pule instead if he wants a streamline baitfish profile

They know it's more important to learn fish's location and mood (active or inactive) than to pick a bait with the right size, shape and action

Read Next: Shimano Curado DC Review Most Innovative: Ark Gravity 5 Pros Wide range of gear ratios Reasonable price point Extensive range of adjustability Line indicator Cons Only one spool size Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieves 5.4: 1, 6.4:1, 7.1:1, and 8.1:1 gear ratios 7.1 ounces Nine total bearings Ark made their name in the rod space first, but rather than their reels just being a perfunctory add-on, they took their introduction as an opportunity to change things up

Increased line capacity for heavy-duty setups