Most anglers refer to powershotting as a technique with baitcasting tackle and heavier line. Mark Zona's definition is more like power dropshotting. You're still using spinning tackle, but you're power fishing. Watch this full 22-minute video to learn more.

  • 0:46 Traditional powershotting vs. Zona's powershotting (power dropshotting)
  • 1:10 Difference between Zona's power dropshot and a traditional dropshot and when it's effective
  • 2:28 Setup for fishing this power dropshot
  • 2:48 Baits for this technique
  • 3:01 Giving the bass a different presentation than they are used to seeing
  • 4:24 Power dropshotting fishing demonstration with Mark Zona
    • 4:49 Why weight selection is important
    • 5:45 The law of averages and why this technique can help you catch more bass
    • 10:55 Baits like Strike King 3X ElazTech Baby Z Too Soft Jerkbaits
    • 12:04 Main line and leader for this technique
    • 14:12 Rigging baits on a dropshot rig
    • 15:25 The main advantage of this technique over traditional the dropshot tackle
    • 18:28 Setting the hook
    • 20:10 Not just a deep water bass fishing technique

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