Ah, I forgot to mention that I reach the state line and enter New Hampshire
It might be marginally more challenging to hook fish using circle hooks than with j-hooks (although practice makes perfect), but once theyre hooked, fish seldom get off a circle hook
As the wind conditions change or I change the size or weight of my lure, I have to adjust the casting brake to prevent an overrun
Bagley, Rebel, Norman, and eventually Strike King and Rapala all built product lines influenced by Young's hand-carved design
Try before you buy (if possible) Fit and comfort are subjective
Start with a cast that is within 2 body lengths of the fish, try not to cast beyond the fish as they don't like things swimming at them