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It was the first reel to incorporate both a casting lever and a star drag wheel

Over time an ideal gear ratio of a multiplying reel used for bass fishing was found to be four-to-one, which meant that the reels spool rotated four times with every turn of the reels crank

Many modern baitcasting rods feature straight handles which make two-handed casting easier

Some swimbaits are molded around hooks while others require the angler to add hooks

Here are some favorites, some with bargain price tags, and others that might push a beginners budget, but are worth the little bit extra

This combo is perfect for freshwater bass fishing and other applications where strength and precision are crucial