With more substantial bait sources and circle hooks, anglers will often opt to use a bridle, which allows the hook to remain exposed
More often than not, this ambush point is vegetation, such as weeds or lily pads
Best Overall: Okuma Safyre Best Value: Shimano Catana FE Best Budget: Daiwa Crossfire LT Daiwa Regal LT Shimano Sedona FJ Lews Speed Spin Gen 2 Daiwa Legalis LT Best Overall: Okuma Safyre Best Overall Okuma Safyre Specs Retrieves: Right and left Gear Ratios: 5.2:1, 5.3:1, 6.0:1 Bearings: 7+1 Sizes: 1000, 2000, 2500, 3000, 4000 Price: $84.99 (1000), $89.99 (2000, 2500, 3000), $96.99 (4000) The Okuma Safyre is the most versatile sub-$100 spinning reel we tested
Stick to the undressed version for smaller stream trout, and dressed versions when large fish are on the menu
The right material for you mostly boils down to personal preference, as some anglers prefer the lighter weight, faster recovery, and increased sensitivity of graphite, while others put a premium on the softer, more delayed response of fiberglass