50 lbs braided fishing line Blue Wave 300-2000 Yard Spools 2000 Yards / 30lb The distinctive Green Spot design not only adds a touch of style to your fishing gear but also enhances visibility (2 pack) Berkley Trilene® Big

We're definitely not in the prespawn yet, water temps are cold (mid-40's in most of the country and even colder farther North) but the fish can sense the change coming and are beginning to get active despite the cold temperatures

Smaller and lighter lures will cast further than heavier ones

DAIWA - 20 Tournament Basia 45 SCW QD - The Best for Experienced Anglers and Tournament Competitors The Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia is designed with professionals in mind, as its name suggests

While an epic pre-spawn bite may be happening in Virginia in late March, the smallmouth further north in Pennsylvania or New England will still be in full winter mode