Experience, equipment, and response speed all matter
The thump and flash of the blades of a spinnerbait paired with the large profile of the skirt is extremely effective at triggering strikes from big bass in clear water, stained water, muddy water, water with current, calm water, hot water, cold water, shallow, deep, you name it
Your timing was good, I happened to have my 1500C on the bench, just finished converting it to 1500CIAR
The KastKing Spartacus II casting reel is built for ultra-smooth casting and retrieval with its 7+1 MaxiDur bearing system. With 17.6 pounds max drag, it handles big catches with ease, while the 7.2:1 gear ratio provides faster line retrieval. Constructed with aerospace aluminum main gears and brass pinion gears, this reel offers lightweight durability and reliable performance, making the KastKing rod and reel combo an excellent choice for anglers in all fishing conditions
Theyre my go-to reels for catfishing