For freshwater-only anglers, the Vanford is the top choice
It works as a bait fishing reel, a jigging reel, and Ive even seen it used as a reel to pitch baits to fish on top like mahi
The Penn Battle combo shines with sharks under 5 feet
Per usual, seasonal color preference isnt the only factor that goes into picking the right lure
Shimano TZSW-70MH 7: Sometimes you just get outgunned by the strong SW in September and you need heaier lures, maybe a 2oz Heavy Minnow
By considering the shoreline as a fishable place, beginners can avoid stepping into pods of fish right under their nosesand learn to start reading water currents, which will lead you to potential lies (where fish hang out) behind rocks, under cut banks, and in deeper pools