Looks like another Monster is being created
Maj, you don't HAVE TO have line counter reels. I pulled cranks all last summer, maybe 15-20 times and I use the tried and true method. 5. 10, 15, 20, 25, 30. That's how I get my depth, pull out 5 feet of line at a time. Works just as good as any line counter. Heck, I asked PStone how much line he let out and he said he let it out until the fish started biting. On the line, I use the 20 lb high vis Braid, to many stumps out there and at 5 bucks a pop for a bandit, it COULD get expensive. The reason for the high vis line is when I'm making a turn, I can see where my lines are so I don't get them crossed. So it's NOT for seeing a bite like jiggin, you'll know when you get a bite , well most times. I have looked back and seen a fish skiing across the top of the water without seeing my rod bending.