baitcasting reel shimano Tranx 400 B The Shimano SLX DC puts unparalleled casting performance within every angler’s reach Shimano TRX301HGB Tranx B Baitcasting

Ugly Stik Catfish Carbon Spinning Rod and Pflueger President 40 Pros Extremely sensitive rod Super smooth reel Excellent ergonomics Cons Colors dont match Expensive Key Features Rod Power: Medium heavy Action: Fast Length: 7 feet 6 inches Material: Graphite Key Features Reel Size: 40 Gear Ratio: 5.2:1 Max Drag: 14 pounds Bearings: 10 The graphite blank of the Ugly Stik Carbon Catfish does an excellent job of indicating lighter bites

If youre a fairly savvy angler with extensive experience adjusting baitcasters, this is not a big deal

Used to, the trade-off with higher gear ratios is that they tend to bind under stress

I think youll be more than happy with it

The most common, and popular, type of fishing line is monofilament