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In addition to attaching a lure to the fishing line, an oval piece of metal(often hammered or curved for reflective purposes) called a dodger is often used to attract fish from greater distances. The types of lures used to troll with using dowriggers range from metal "spoons" that are often decorated using color tape, to plastic or rubber "squids" that also vary in color.
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DEVICE FOR HOLDING A FISHING LINE
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DEVICE FOR HOLDING A FISHING LINE