Tips

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******WEAR YOUR PFD!!!*******
If your going to try any of the braided or fused "superlines" do yourself a favor and fill at least half of your reel with cheap, heavy mono. 30# for baitcasters and 15# for spinning. Lay it on as tightly and evenly as you can. Then finish filling your reel with the "superline". This will save you a few dollars better spent elsewhere (new lure maybe?). You'll also get better performance from your line.
Be a line watcher!
Change the rear treble hook on all your topwater baits to the next largest size. I prefer the Excaliber's but there are many other quality trebles.
If you don't already know how to tie a palomar knot, learn it. It's as strong of a knot as you will find, easy to tie and is the ONLY knot to use for "superlines".
Use a snap on your topwater or crankbait rod(s). This will give your lures better action and will allow you to change baits quickly. DO NOT use a snap/swivel the extra weight will kill the action of the lure.
When using spinning gear, get in the habit of closing the bail manually then give a quick tug on your line to remove any loose wraps. This will make using a spinning reel more enjoyable as you will get no pull-offs and less line twist.