Sam Newby 5
The Thundersticks and Flat Warts were the go-to lure
However, in cold days, you can expect the aquatic species to stay in their normal spots under the water
of course, the best possible option would be to use live bait like grunion, smelt, or mackerel of some sort, but, many of us dont have that luxury
Lighter models (~25003500) are great for inshore, while 4000+ models can battle big game: cobia, tuna, sharks Pros Value for money : Offers features found in higher-end reels (magseal, metal body, waterproof drag) at ~$170 Durable & smooth : Many anglers report long-lasting performance with proper maintenance Widely praised : Positive community feedback for casting ability and reliabilitye.g., I fell in love with my Saltist 5500 it casts so far and is so smooth Cons & Caveats Not fully waterproof : Magsealed components delay water intrusion, but plunging into surf or heavy exposure can still allow salt in over time unless rinsed and maintained Maintenance requirements : Needs regular freshwater rinse, lubrication, and occasional bearing replacementssome customers experienced noisy or sticky reels after limited use