Power Dropshotting - Mark Zona
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Most anglers refer to powershotting as a technique with baitcasting tackle and heavier line. Mark Zona's definition is more like power dropshotting. You're still using spinning tackle, but you're power fishing. Watch this full 22-minute video to learn more.
0:46 Traditional powershotting vs. Zona's powershotting (power dropshotting)
1:10 Difference between Zona's power dropshot and a traditional dropshot and when it's effective
2:28 Setup for fishing this power dropshot
2:48 Baits for this technique
3:01 Giving the bass a different presentation than they are used to seeing
4:24 Power dropshotting fishing demonstration with Mark Zona
4:49 Why weight selection is important
5:45 The law of averages and why this technique can help you catch more bass
10:55 Baits like Strike King 3X ElazTech Baby Z Too Soft Jerkbaits
12:04 Main line and leader for this technique
14:12 Rigging baits on a dropshot rig
15:25 The main advantage of this technique over traditional the dropshot tackle
18:28 Setting the hook
20:10 Not just a deep water bass fishing technique
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