avet mxl5.8 lever drag conventional reel MXL 5.8:1 Reel, Black MXL5.8-BK knurled drag knob and lever grip provides a positive grip and tactile feel MXL5.8 LEVER DRAG CASTING REEL

The rod and reel combo below cost me less than $80: The cheapest, usable , spinning reels in finesse sizes (say around 1000 to 2000 size) will probably always be that little bit lower cost than the cheapest BFS reels

Low profile reels fit most hands better, especially the smaller hand of a younger person or female

Fishing reels with a gear ratio of 6.3:1 mean the spool rotates 6.3 times for every 360-degree turn of the reel handle

Its a decent workout casting heavy lures and handling the rod and reel, even if you dont catch any giants

The Abu Garcia Revo Inshore is engineered for the harsh saltwater environment and stronger fighting fish, whereas standard Revo models (like the X, SX, or STX) are optimized for freshwater bass fishing