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2 ball bearings with instant anti-reverse for smooth retrieves and an aluminum spool for steady durability

If the bass doesnt take it, try a faster retrieve

That's a trade you're making for durability and looks, and it's worth it

For my money, my favorite rods come from Orvis

Here are some basic advantages and disadvantages of each: Advantages of high-speed reels: If you hook into a fish close to structure, you can get them away from it quicker If a fish strikes your lure then comes swimming toward you, a high-speed reel makes it easier to reel in the slack and get tension on the fish so you get a good hook set If you make a cast, but then see a fish swim right by you, you can get your lure back in quickly and cast to the fish Disadvantage of high-speed reels: Its very easy to retrieve lures too fast Advantages of low-speed reels: Its easier to retrieve your lure slowly (this is especially good for wintertime fishing) Its harder to retrieve your lure too fast Disadvantage of low-speed reels: If you need to reel in line quickly, its much harder to do with a low-speed reel Conclusion Most people use high-speed reels, but each speed has its place