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RIROCKHOUND · 09-21-2004, 11:59 AM

The problem with lighter tackle; = generally longer fights and more stress on the fish (lactic acid build up, etc..) I think the hook damage is the same with light or heavy tackle.. I'm not ripping them in at 5 knots either, there is still some playing them with braid or mono...

09-21-2004, 11:59 AM	#11
RIROCKHOUND Also known as OAK iTrader: (0) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Westlery, RI Posts: 10,408	The problem with lighter tackle; = generally longer fights and more stress on the fish (lactic acid build up, etc..) I think the hook damage is the same with light or heavy tackle.. I'm not ripping them in at 5 knots either, there is still some playing them with braid or mono...
	Bryan Originally Posted by #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^& "For once I agree with Spence. UGH. I just hope I don't get the urge to go start buying armani suits to wear in my shop"