hmm, interesting.
I learned quite quickly that a very light grip enhances SP/jig fishing takes.
Quite why cork would work over duplon better ?
Like has been said, do we hold the cork ?, I don't.
When casting rods sure, we use the rear grip.
When i'm plugging, I rest the butt under my forearm.
When fishing bounced jigs or fishing most jig styles, the butt is free and I
hold the rod really light but, 2 fingers forward, 2 rear of the reel stem.
I'll have to make a note of whether i do other stuff. I do sometimes rest the pad of my first
finger up the rod blank when bouncing over sand to increase sensitivity.
However, in my view, the right braid/line and rod makes the most difference.