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If youre putting together a compact kit, the Exotac xREEL keeps the basics together

Medium for all-round predator angling, whilst the larger sizes are well suited to larger predators, both in rivers and lakes or for inshore fishing

Getting the mag plate back to flush on the frame, and driving each magnet inward by 1/4 turn on the individual magnet set screws was perfection

Whether you choose the bright visibility of Bahama Blue 8X, the versatile camouflage of Blue Wave, or the earth-toned stealth of Moss Camo, you're getting proven performance backed by real-world testing

Winning rods telegraphed every bump and wiggle through the fishing line to my hand