1999 quantum energy e 300 ti baitcast reel Accurist Fishing Reel, Size 100 Reel, Right-Hand Retrieve, Oversized Non-Slip Handle Knobs and Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch, One-Piece Aluminum Frame, 6.3:1 Gear Ratio, White : Sports & Outdoors The Showtime BCR 300 reel

I was running a fairly heavy drag for a 5000-size reel and it remained smooth with each capture

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Shimano Corvalus: Best Baitcasting Reel Under $100 Building upon the legacy of Shimanos great Catala and Corsair reels, the Shimano Corvalus has built in all of the great features as well as the vast knowledge gained from years of fishing reel manufacturing into this reasonably-priced (under $100), tough round baitcasting reel

I was at Sports Chalet fishing dept being helped by a very nice, older, daily fisherman, sales associate

To ensure youre not losing the fish once you hook up, the gear you use is just as important as making the right cast

When it comes to bass on surface, remember low light to get the bite