For walk-the-dog topwaters, crankbaits, and some reaction baits where the fish has more time to fully commit, moderate-fast action gives you a small but real advantage in keeping hooks pinned through the fight
The open weave allowed for good smoky flavor, but with low, curved handles on its short sides right next to the grate, it was easier to use tongs to flip the basket
A Donkey Leash is also very popular among kayak anglers as Jennifer Solberg from Nebraska says, I can tire the fish out while I get my Ketch board, identifier, and camera ready
If money is a factor, you would honestly be better purchasing an older Ambassadeur 5000 (the red reel) from the 1970's and putting a better hand on it
Its like they dont want you to go into their territory