Husky sized earth worms on size 6 eagle claw hooks split shot weight 16" above hook. cast reel/or leave sitting. don't get comfy though SM bite all day. watch out for mini perch and catfish too! Small mouth like to hit the worm on the ride in, reel slow/medium speed. If you catch one 8+ lbs with 3-5 hooks in his mouth please let me know! haha