abu garcia bait caster reels REVO5XVIQLP Revo X VoltiQ Low Profile Reel backed by a Duragear Gen II gearing system for improved efficiency and life span Abu Garcia MLF Max Baitcast

Best Value: Seviin GF Series Pros Extremely smooth even after heavy use Very comfortable handle Line indicator knob is a nice touch Cons Not as many bearings as some other reels Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieves 6.6: 1, 7.3:1, and 8.1:1 gear ratios 7.4 ounces Four stainless steel bearings plus one roller bearing This reel costs about a third, or a quarter, of what some of the other reels on this list command, but its a beast at that price

Mono is cheaper, handles practice better, and does not make every backlash feel like a financial event

The lightweight graphite frame and body tip the scales at a mere 7.13 ounces

Before engaging in the act of making a full-length cast, a new angler should get used to how the line pulls off the reel with the cast control set fairly tightly

Reasons to buy Reasonable price Tunable casting brake Versatile rod performance Consider another model if You need tactic-specific features You prefer magnetic brakes Bottom line For seventy percent of fishing tactics, Shimanos Caius Casting Combo is a perfect match

even seasoned anglers get a backlash now and again