The weight gives more stability to the rod and is easier to control the line tension, which is best suitable for beginner to medium-skilled anglers
With extensive use of ultra light, super rigid aluminium in the body and rotor, plus Shimanos very latest and most advanced gearing technology, this is a reel that can be totally trusted in the toughest situations
Theres not really a downside to having a broad array because you never know what opportunity will present itself
You will need an eight- to nine-foot 3X or 4X leader, and a spool of tippet to match (crappie are not leader shy, so mono will work and you only need to go to 5X or 6X if the fish are super-finicky)
The resulting pack weight then shifts higher, rather than settling in at the base, creating a surprisingly supportive structure not found in any other school backpack tested