avet hx two-speed lever drag casting reels HXW Raptor 2 Speed These models feature magnetic cast control that you can adjust on the side of the reel Avet HX 5/2 2-Speed Lever

Color: Black

The small decrease in speed helps keep them in the strike zone longer, while still maintaining enough speed to solicit a reaction strike and giving me added torque Squarebill crankbaits Medium depth crankbaits Shallow spinnerbaits Shallow castable umbrella rigs Reel pictured: Abu Garcia REVO X Gen 4 Casting Reel High gear ratio reel | 7.1:1 thru 8.1:1 If youre fishing any bass fishing lure that you primarily work with your rod, a high gear ratio reel is the way to go

Many anglers, including the author, prefer the star drag system for its ease of use, especially while battling a fish

An aluminum frame offers strength without the arm-aching heft

South Bend Surface MinnowAvailable as early as 1910, these simple yet beautiful, full-bodied lures evolved to what became the Surf-Oreno one of South Bend Bait Companys all-time best sellers