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They have a secondary drag system that allows the line to be released with minimal resistance when a fish takes the bait

Abu Garcia Veritas Casting Rods 2-Piece Built using the latest cutting-edge technology in a travel-friendly design, the Abu Garcia Veritas Casting Rods 2-Piece are lightweight and extremely strong in construction thanks to Abus Powerlux 100 resin system that increases performance and enhances sensitivity

At 5/8oz the River2Sea topwater lure casts nicely

Since most bait fish in the UK have long bodies, sliders like the Pachinko or the Savage Gear Surface Walker are the best surface bass lures for the UK