Call it late winter, when bass are making the initial move from that slumberous, suspended state to more of a bank-related pre-spawn state
Finally, if you are a beginner when it comes to fishing in Alberta, you might want to consider hiring a guide for a day or a trip
17-4 grade stainless steel main and pinion gears Carbonite Dual Force Drag system with Cals drag grease 6-NMB corrosion resistant stainless steel bearings Spool bearings feature TSI-301 oil for unmatched freespool Rigid 1-pcs frame and left sideplate construction 6061-T6 machined aluminum frame and sideplates Cold forged, Type-II anodized, machined aluminum spool Custom designed thrust bearing: Alleviates side load on heavy drag settings Silent retrieve system for ultimate cranking smoothness 90mm handle arm, increases cranking leverage/power Oversized T-Bar handle on all models, for cranking power Lug and plug harness system featured on 12 and 16 sizes External adjustable cast control system on left sideplate CRC: Corrosion Resistant Coating process California Proposition 65 Warning
Theres a variety of clamp-on line counter options available from a variety of companies including Berkley, Shakespeare, and others
Best Value: Lews Speed Spool LFS Price: ~$99 Gear Ratio: 7.5:1 Weight: 7.0 oz Why It Made the List: For under $100, this reel gives you aluminum frame construction, multi-setting magnetic braking, and a surprisingly smooth drag