[1] I suggest reading that article for bonus techniques not covered by this one
Its a classic squarebill but with a flat bottom, flat side and almost a triangular shape that is productive in early spring around rock and grass." Early spring, colder water, smallmouths in particular (but not only)
You probably wont be able to skip it as well as you would with a spinning rod but for heavy-cover situations, especially in vegetation, its tough to beat
Of course, Veronica will always say it works better for her
For river fishing, a net with a depth of 24 to 36 inches is generally recommended, while for open waters, a deeper net may be necessary
This helps reduce transplant shock and gives your plant the best start in its new home