The way a crankbait darts and deflects off cover is the most realistic way to imitate a baitfish that has escaped from the school
In clear water, white and pearl with a chartreuse tail is hard to beat
It did but with break off even on casting with new line
The rod features 8 guides, including the tip guide, for excellent line guidance and durability
4 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing Lightweight graphite frame and sideplate Machined aluminum spool Externally adjustable magnetic braking system 90 mm bowed aluminum handle with oversized knobs Lightweight composite rod blank with split grip handle design
Sources John McMurray, charter-boat captain, phone interview, January 6, 2024 Crazy Alberto Knie, founder and CEO Tactical Anglers, phone interview, January 16, 2024 John Skinner, angling author, YouTube vlogger, product researcher, designer, and tester, in-person interview, January 11, 2024 Charlie Levine, editor-in-chief, Anglers Journal, in-person interview, January 12, 2024 Alan Hawk, independent reel reviewer, email interview, 2015 Further reading The Best Tinned Fish by Marguerite Preston We tasted over 100 tins of fish from eight countries to find 24 favorites that are fit for parties, gifting, and more
