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A beginner's guide to soft bait size and profile

by Berkley Fishing 3 Feb 00:53 GMT
Bait selection and rigging © Berkley Fishing

Choosing the right soft bait size and profile can be a daunting task with the vast selection in today's market. It's important to select a bait that will entice the fish to bite.

In this video, Isaiah shares some useful tips to help you choose and make the most of your time on the water. Once you have chosen your bait, it's then crucial to rig it correctly to ensure maximum effectiveness. Isaiah highlights the key steps in rigging that will attract more bites, so you CATCH MORE FISH!

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