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Refine your lure action by species and lure type

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Grant Bittle

July 12, 2025

Discover how matching rod action to your lure and target species can dramatically improve your results—this short intro from Fishing Coach Pro sets the stage for smarter, more effective lure fishing.

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Grant Bittle

Grant Bittle aka Captain Espresso, Professional Fishing Coach / www.FishingCoachPro.com

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Refine your lure action by species and lure type

Discover how matching rod action to your lure and target species can dramatically improve your results—this short intro from Fishing Coach Pro sets the stage for smarter, more effective lure fishing.

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Refine your lure action by species and lure type

Discover how matching rod action to your lure and target species can dramatically improve your results—this short intro from Fishing Coach Pro sets the stage for smarter, more effective lure fishing.

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Grant Bittle

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