bass smasher lure Blaze and a spinning prop tail to mimic wounded prey and provoke reaction bites Top 5 Baits For August

The Rebel Crawfish, a crayfish crankbait, should also be in your selection of subsurface lures as smallmouth will prowl pools and flats for crayfish in the fall

An adjustable casting brake with 4 brake weights helps you fine-tune the reel to lure weight and casting style, reducing the risk of overruns

There are many garage-made options out there that will work too, but below are my favorites that are widely available to the public

If you have any questions, need an appraisal, or wish help with your reel or have additional information, you can reach me at this address: [email protected] Table of Contents (Click on links) INTRODUCTION My name is Fred and I've collected Ambassadeur reels since late 1994