abu garcia 6'6 spinning rod Ike Dude 6ft Combo Inspired by the Revo and Zenon series of spinning reels Abu Garcia Max SX Spinning

Preferred by many professional anglers for precision techniques

The best choice of reel for heavy saltwater fish

It is not uncommon for an angler to retrieve one fish only to find even bigger ones were following it to shore

The lip on this squarebill helps deflect cover, which limits snags

Best for Small Hands: Daiwa CA80 Casting Reel Pros Rugged but downsized aluminum frame Comfortable padded handles Adjustable cast control knobs Cons No slow or moderate gear ratios are available Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieves 7.5: 1 and 8.3:1 gear ratios 7.2 ounces 9 ball bearings plus one roller bearing The downsized frame of the Daiwa CA 80 may make it look like a bait finesse reel, but despite being small, this will handle heavy-duty flipping and close-quarters cranking with the heart and soul of a much larger reel

Every bass angler has his favorite lures, but when I go to the river for largemouths, the following proven lures make the trip with me