Reading this thread and some of the latest responses it causes me to say why i
like crank baits. If you have a minnow plug and you use a slow steady retrieve
with non streach braided line you can feel the hit form the slack in the line.
The fish hits the lure on the side and almost towards you. Previous to the hit
with braided line you can feel the action of the lure. All of a sudden there is
slack in the line and no feeling. Damn it stay alert and set the hook. The line
will no longer be slack and there will be nice fish there.