Walt:

If the drag is set properly, that hook will work. I've caught them up to 20# on that set-up, and never had a hook straighten out. I like the aberdeen because I can put more kernels of corn on it, presenting a larger bait to them, and it gives me a bit more weight to cast without having to add any other weight.


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