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Lost a monster bass? 3 gear checks I now ALWAYS do

For years I couldn’t figure out why my hookups failed—felt the bite, fought hard, then snap or gone. Turns out, it wasn’t bad luck. It was a mix of tiny mistakes adding up. Here are 3 fixes that changed the game for me: 1️⃣ Dull hooks are dream killers! I now check hook points before EVERY trip. Modern premium hooks might be razor-sharp out of the box, but they dull quickly after contact with rocks or wood. A $5 file takes seconds to use and saves massive disappointment. 2️⃣ Always inspect braid for damage. My lost bass? Frayed line I ignored after a snag earlier. The first 10-20 feet coming off your reel is most vulnerable - look for light-colored spots or tiny frays. 3️⃣ Store reels with loose drags. Keeping tension on those internal components creates stuttering drags that fail when you need them most. Been there? What’s the one small habit that saved your catch rate? #fishing #fishingtips #bassfishinglife