The Only 2 Lures You Need for Kentucky Lake Smallmouth (Don’t Leave Without These)

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Think you need a boat full of tackle to crack the code on Kentucky Lake? Think again. In this video, I’m breaking down the exact 2-lure pattern I used to WIN a tournament right here on Kentucky Lake against some of the best anglers in the country. Whether you are grinding out tournament prep for the upcoming MLF event or just trying to catch your personal best offshore bronze-back, these two setups are all you need to catch heavy limits all year long.

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📦 THE EXACT TACKLE & GEAR USED:
1. The Baitfish Profile Setup

LURE: Strike King 3X Z-Too (Arkansas Shiner) ➡️ https://landbigfish.com/StrikeKing/Strike-King-3X-Z-TOO

JIG HEAD: Owner Range Roller Jighead ➡️ https://landbigfish.com/Owner-Hooks/Range-Roller-Jighead

2. The Finesse Bottom Setup

LURE: Strike King Ned Ocho (Moon Juice) ➡️ https://landbigfish.com/StrikeKing/Ned-Ocho

HOOK: Strike King Tour Grade Ned Rig Jighead ➡️ https://landbigfish.com/StrikeKing/Tour-Grade-Ned-Rig-Jighead

The Line, Rod & Reel Combo

LINE: P-Line Tactical Fluorocarbon (12lb) ➡️ https://www.landbigfish.com/P-Line/Tactical-Fluorocarbon.cfm

REEL: Lew’s Custom Lite Shallow Spool Spinning Reel ➡️ https://landbigfish.com/Lews/Custom-Lite-Shallow-Spool-Spinning-Reel

ROD: Lew’s LFS Series Spinning Rod ➡️ https://landbigfish.com/Lews/LFS-Series-Spinning-Rod

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📍 Location: Kentucky Lake, KY (TVA System)
Sponsored By: A massive thank you to Lew’s and Strike King for keeping me equipped to win!

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