Take your knife or pliers and cut a small part of the tab away to create the hook
Advantages of fluorocarbon line are that its nearly invisible under water because it has about the same refractive qualities as water and though it stretches some, it's more sensitive than monofilament
Saltwater (Inshore): With corrosion-proof guides and robust blanks, the longer rods in the series are great for redfish, snook, and sea trout in coastal waters
Shimano Vanford A Shimano Vanford A Pros Highly capable High quality Priced accurately Cons Getting into the expensive territory Specs Size Tested: 2500 Gear Ratio: 5.8:1 Weight: 6.2 ounces Bearings: 7+1 Price: $250 Available Sizes: 500, 2000, 2500, 3000, 4000, 5000 The Vanford A is a proven workhorse
I would recommend getting a casting rod between 10'-11' long if you're starting out
The bass instinctively know this and invade the shallows to feed upon them