I agree with Dan S. ... there could be a book written on this one. However, if you're fishing large, bouyant bobbers or pocket type water, I'd vote for shortening your 4-5 feet. Typically, the only time I run longer than 40 inches in when free drifting.

[This message has been edited by Bob (edited 11-19-2000).]
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