"RichZ" wrote in message
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Marty wrote:
"Olebiker" wrote in message
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RichZ wrote:

Try keeping a finger in contact with the line, never move the bait with
the reel, and always "weigh" the lure before moving it.

Thanks Rich, I'll see if that makes a difference.

Steve wrote:

Two of the reasons why you're not feeling the hit is because of either the
rod itself, or the way you're holding the rod. On spinning tackle, I
changed my grip to ahead of the reel foot. Then, I can easily extend my
index finger and keep it on the rod blank itself. The handle set on most
rods really dampens the feel, so keeping your finger on the blank really
helps to feel more bites. Of course too, it helps to use a good blank in
the first place.

Steve, I hold the rod such that the reel stem is between my third and fourth
fingers. I'll give your suggestion a shot too.