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Home Fishing Videos Understanding How Line Diameter and Gear Ratio Affect Lures

Understanding How Line Diameter and Gear Ratio Affect Lures

McKeon Roberts
Dec 26, 2017

Fishing equipment has gotten so sophisticated that many anglers may not realize how much they are under or over utilizing it. Gary Klein has taken fine tuning tackle to the highest level and when it comes to fishing crankbaits, having an understanding of line diameter and gear ratio will ensure the lure is running at the right speed and at the right depth for the greatest amount of time. Thinking about the little things is ultimately about upping the odds of provoking strikes.

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McKeon Roberts

McKeon Roberts is a videographer specializing in multispecies angling and kayak fishing. He loves to teach and tell a story through film while exploring and pursuing his lifelong passion for catching fish. He served as a natural resource professional for six years, working with the limnological and biological aspects of lakes and wetlands across northern Minnesota. This subject matter is often woven into his how-to fishing content, and his love for tinkering with new angling techniques and gear. McKeon enjoys traveling to fishing destinations and playing music in his spare time.