Power Fishing
A hex-blade attached to a jig head that creates an erratic, knocking vibration. Incredibly effective in grass — it comes through vegetation better than almost any other bait while triggering aggressive reaction bites. Works best with a swimbait or paddle-tail trailer. Season-long producer in the right conditions.
Setup & Gear
| Rod | 7'–7'3" medium-heavy casting rod, moderate-fast action |
| Reel | 7.1:1 baitcaster |
| Line | 15–17 lb fluorocarbon or 30 lb braid in heavy grass |
| Weight | 3/8–1/2 oz most conditions; 3/4 oz in heavy current or wind |
| Hook | Built-in 4/0–5/0; add Rage Blade or Keitech swimbait trailer |
Best Conditions
Grass and vegetation, stained water, spring through fall, windy days, aggressive feeding periods, water temps 55–75°F
Seasonal Tactics
spring
Pre-spawn and spawn — slow roll through sparse grass in 4–8 feet. White and chartreuse whites.
summer
Burn over grass tops at dawn. Let it fall on the edges at end of retrieve. Green pumpkin/shad.
fall
Cover water fast on points and pockets. Match shad colors — white, pearl, and ghost.
winter
Too cold for best performance — water below 50°F reduces effectiveness significantly.
Hank's Pro Tip
Slow down the retrieve more than feels natural. Most anglers fish it too fast — a medium-speed retrieve with occasional pauses produces more fish.
Frequently Asked
7'–7'3" medium-heavy casting rod, moderate-fast action. Pair it with a 7.1:1 baitcaster, spooled with 15–17 lb fluorocarbon or 30 lb braid in heavy grass. Use 3/8–1/2 oz most conditions; 3/4 oz in heavy current or wind.
Grass and vegetation, stained water, spring through fall, windy days, aggressive feeding periods, water temps 55–75°F
Spring: Pre-spawn and spawn — slow roll through sparse grass in 4–8 feet. White and chartreuse whites. Fall: Cover water fast on points and pockets. Match shad colors — white, pearl, and ghost.
Slow down the retrieve more than feels natural. Most anglers fish it too fast — a medium-speed retrieve with occasional pauses produces more fish.
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