Bait cast reel is made to cast with handle side is top because weight of reel is designed to cast easy and far
Best for Throwing Light Lures: Fenwick World Class WLDB68M-MFC Pros Handles lures previously reserved for spinning rods Extremely lightweight Rebirth of an iconic brand Cons Not inexpensive Key Features 6 feet 8 inches Medium power, moderate-fastaction Rated for to 5/8-ounce lures Multi-material split grip handle I picked this rod up in the late winter and started throwing lures like Shad Raps and small ribbed swimbaits, lures I usually heft on spinning tackle, and I never put it down
However, they are slightly more complex to use and therefore you will need to practice in order to get the best out of one
Gear ratios often hit 8:1 or higher for quick retrieves, and the reel handle provides better leverage for cranking
The Wide Mouth level wind provides clearance for copper lines, while the automatic trip spool engaging mechanism ensures hassle-free operation
Best Power Reel Shimano TranX I first fished with a Shimano TranX on a long-range trip out of San Diego in the 2010s