Jarmo Hurri wrote:

I had to give up the use of strike indicators. The social pressure was
just too hard. (I must admit that I also found it a bit suspicious
myself.)

Good for you. Leave the bobber fishing to the bait guys.

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What kind of patterns do you use?

I don't, (see above), but those who do use big stimulators
in yellow or orange.

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Ken Fortenberry