Quote Originally Posted by Mr T-rex View Post
...how far were you casting ? how is your rod set up, such as line and rigs ?? ...
Two of the most important things to keep in mind, right there. These fish, especially right after a plant, will hug the shoreline in TIGHT. Many people simply throw over the fish. Do they all do that? Of course not. But the vast majority of them do.
And so many folks use line that you could anchor a rental boat with. 2-lb. test will keep you bent on most days. You need a smooooooth drag because the next bite could weigh 20 pounds and you'll want it to stay hooked, at least for the first 50-yard run.