The Ark jerkbait is an excellent choice and has consistently produced bites from largemouth and spotted bass (including some other species) in numerous lakes. The "mangnetic counter weights" gives this bait great castability and accuracy. A simple flip of the wrist and this bait goes where you want it, even in windy conditions which is critical for livescoping. The hooks are sharp and sticky yet do not tear up on the first catch like some others, you won't have to change out the hooks on the Ark jerkbait. Pair this with the Ark Rods and Reels and you have a Bonafide bass catching machine!!! We like the Invoker Pro or Catalyzer casting rod 7' or 7'3" (depending on how tall you are) with a fast or medium action tip paired with the Ark Gravity 7 reel. Tight lines!