Fast vs slow vs static

Also known as: Fast vs slow vs static

Fast

Traits

  • Triggers reaction strikes
  • Covers water

Best for

  • High activity, competing fish

Trade-offs

  • Cold, low-activity water

Slow

Traits

  • Exposes every detail to inspection

Best for

  • Low activity, clear water

Trade-offs

  • Covering water to find fish

Static

Traits

  • Zero travel — pure presence

Best for

  • Post-front deadstick, stand-offs with watched fish

Trade-offs

  • The searching phase

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