baitcast reel and rod combo KastKing Spartacus II Twin-Tip Baitcaster 7'1''/ Fast-Medium Heavy/Left Handed-2pcs 1 gear ratio Mach Smash Casting Combo -

Fish can be located everywhere from open water schooling, to deep rock and gravel humps, first and secondary points, sand bars and flats, fish cribs usually most at 12-15ft level, some 20ft or more, deep weedlines where perch and baitfish present, and the shallows

Best Reel for Any Application: Daiwa Tatula Pros Great handle Sizes and gear ratios for any bass fishing application Saltwater version Coastal is excellent too Reliable Cons The 150 size has good line capacity, but doesnt throw light lures well Key Features T-Wing System Aluminum body Cast control system 100 mm handle Sizes: 300, 200, 150, 100, and 80 Line Capacity (150 size): 150 yards of 14-pound mono or 140 yards of 30-pound braid Weight (150 size): 7.9 ounces Max Drag (150 size): 13.2 pounds Price: $180 to $290 I love Daiwa reels, but I hate their naming conventions

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The Cardinal 502ALB features an oversized bail design The reel sits a fair distance from most rods, but it is easy to grab the line with your index finger for quick casts Real World Test: These days I find myself employing baitcast gear for the vast majority of all my bass fishing