Big Fall Smallies Are Hungry!

New October 23, 2026 2 views
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Come along as I hit the river again for a beautiful day of smallmouth fishing. It is mid October on the upper Delaware and the water temps are starting to drop fast. I tried a couple of different techniques and lures to find some hungry fish cruising around and willing to eat. Hope you enjoy!

My gear:

Rod: St. Croix Bass X 6’8 MXF
Reel: Shimano SLX DC
Line: 15lb Beyond Braid
Leader: 30lb Beyond Braid Fluoro
Lure: Bucca Trick Shad 4″

Rod: St.Croix Premier Spinning 6’6 M
Reel: 2500 Diawa BG
Line: 10lb Mean Green Mono
Lure: Reaction Tackle 1/4 oz Football Jig with 3.2″ Nikko Craw

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