i went to cedar creek today. i had on the biggest bass of my life (6 to 7 lb). he jumped out of the water and then worked him to the boat. about 10ft away he got off. i have the post above. i worked the crankbait slow, and my reel is 5 to1 ratio. i fill that my rod 7ft medium. i keep thinking i need to go with a glass. any help thanks lakebandit