When you get a bite, youll be thankful for the swiveling hook hangers which prove to be a tremendous help when fighting big fish
This seamless aftermarket accessory features a direct screw-in drive design for a hassle-free, 10-second instant installation right at your workbench or on the boat deck
The Daiwa Saltist LW Conventional Reels feature 5 ball bearings (2CRBB+2BB+2RB) for smooth performance and a 6.1:1 or 6.4:1 gear ratio depending on the model. Line per handle turn retrieve rate is 35 or 47.2 inches per rotation while reel weights range from 18.5 to 24 ounces. The series also accommodates impressive line capacities ranging from 12/420 to 40/310 for mono and from 40/260 to 50/630 for Daiwa J-Braid. Max drag runs from 15.4 pounds for size 20 and 30 reels to 20-pounds for size 40 and 50 models
I spool up with 12- to 20-pound test, depending on the weight of the lure, the density of the cover, or the size fish I anticipate catching
I started leaning on this hook style because I often target toothy chain pickerel, which, as I noted, tend to T-bone a shiner
