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