I agree that bluegill dont just cruise around like trout thats why I get bit when I am either burning mine or jerking it in. I like your ideas and I have some similar thoughts. I have a ton on my plate right now though but sometime this year I will introduce a few new ideas/baits. Rob I am sending you a pm with a pic of a 15lber off of my bluegill but I dont want to post it and give up my friends bite.
If I caught it I would post it for the world to see but I am sure you understand.

hmmmmm. catfish swimbait...interesting