Best Panfish Spinning Reel: Shimano Sedona FI (500 size) Pros G-Free body shifts reels center of gravity forward for comfort without fatigue Hagane Gear yields incredibly smooth operation Wide spool with special ring shape promotes easy line removal while minimizing excessive line memory (coils) Affordable at $60 Cons Like most spinning reels, youll want to start the drag periodically by peeling a small length of line off spool Short reel stem not ideal for use with thick gloves/mittens Key Features Smooth, trouble-free 3+1 ball bearing system Lighter weight G-Free body construction 500 size weighs a feathery 6-ounces Mag drag 7 pounds Line capacity 100 yards of 4-pound test A look into my panfish reel bag reveals at least 10 light line panfish rods clutching Shimano Sedona 500s

Best For Forward-Facing Sonar Humminbird XPLORE MSRP: $1,299.99 Buy from: BASS PRO SHOPS AMAZON HUMMINBIRD Why I Like The Humminbird XPLORE The XPLORE has the newest design in both touchscreen and buttons that make using the fish finder easy and intuitive, regardless of the conditions
KastKing Speed Demon Elite Baitcasting Reel The Speed Demon Elite baitcaster is the speed-focused option
Easy to tie and just flat out catches them from coast to coast
This range tells you how heavy the lures you should use with the rod, and it is one of the most important numbers when choosing a fishing rod
Lanier will be hot in May, and it offers a lot of folks the opportunity for some first class, spot fishing right in their own back yard