This feature will appeal to those who like throwing jerkbaits on spinning gear. An extra-long Winn knob is an easy grab and soft to the touch. A convex, phenolic disk is mounted to the drag knob, offering a large surface for drag payout. ($180; lews.com) Advertisement Penn Pursuit ...
The reel we tested featured a 7.5:1 retrieve ratio—a speed that has become widely accepted as general-purpose for baitcasting reels. Our BB1 Pro ($200;lews.com) was fast enough to burn baits back to the boat, yet powerful enough to grind big crankbaits down to deep ledges. ...
more is almost always better than fewer, as more points of contact reduce the stress at any one point on both line and rod. (On spinning reels, they also help channel line from the spool, which is why you’ll find a large “stripper...
Curado builds on its legacy as the “go-to” baitcasting reel for both fresh and saltwater action. One thing I like personally is its oversized handles, which give us better control over the lure. It looks just phenomenal
TheGame & Fish Tackle Testteam put these new spinning rods and reels up against Florida largemouth bassatBienville Outdoors(ReadTackle Test baitcasting reviewshere). Here's how each rod and reel performed. SPINNING RODS & REELS See Photo Gallery ...
years of trouble-free service. Nine stainless steel double-shielded bearings—including a pinion bearing—keep the KVD LFS turning true. Twenty pounds of drag give you the power to pull any size fish from the slop. A bait keeper and lube port round out this Lew’s offering. ($139;lews...