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If budget is a primary concern, there are good used deals available, though wed encourage buying a current model if youre looking at a fishing-specific setup, as the category has advanced meaningfully in four years

My go-to combo for many years now is the 75 Heavy-Fast action Shimano Zodius Rod and a Shimano Curado 200 Reel

These slower gear ratio reels are often designed to deliver more cranking power than anything else and are solid options for anglers who intend to catch larger-sized fish that will truly test their reels drag system

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The pressed frame design increases surface between the frame and the ceramic ring and helps protect the ring and keeps it in place