daiwa bg mq series spinning reel BGMQ4000D-XH Tests reveal a gear life that is one to three times the length of competitive reels. Daiwa BG MQ Spinning Fishing

With 12-pound line the correct amount of resistance would be 3 pounds

The long and short of this is that it takes a lot of practice to become adroit with a caster, and if you arent careful, youll easily get a backlash

Walk into local stores like Gus' Tackle in Slidell or Chag's Sporting Goods in Metairie and they can get you squared away, or look for something with the following specifications: 100 size spinning reel ~ 6ft long spinning rod light action 6-8lb fluorocarbon fishing line The Lew's Laser Lite spinning combo is a great option

Thats doubly true if theyll be skipping the frog under docks or overhanging branches

As you can see from the photo, I am partial to a particular brand but there are many reliable products from various other brands

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