When I first started fishing in the 1980s ... suited for casting comparatively heavy lures at that time. So the choice of baitcaster versus spinning reel often boiled down to just lure size.

We filled the reels with light mono or comparable braided line, matched the reels with appropriately sized rods, and spent the next couple of months fishing ... I tested is heavy at 8.4 ounces ...

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Choosing the right reel for bass fishing can feel overwhelming ... Spinning reels shine in finesse scenarios, but for power, ...

If you’re just getting started with bass fishing, you’ll quickly notice that experienced anglers seem to use one of two ...