baitcaster reel to use Gaderth Baitcasting Reels, 8KG Max Drag Reels, 7.2:1 Gear Ratio Fishing Baitcasting Reel, 12+1 BB Bait Caster Reel, Low-Profile Fishing with Compact Design Left Hand : Sports & Outdoors bearing system with stainless steel ball bearings and a zero reverse clutch bearing Fishing Techniques: How to Cast

It only took me a few minutes of doing this to hook up with my first bass

Spinning reels do work well for many applications, but if you would like to try your hand at flipping or pitching, working heavy cover, chasing big game fish, or throwing heavy lures, then a baitcast reel is a necessary addition to your reel collection

An alternative to the 5500 C3 for targeting smaller channel catfish is a low profile bait cast reel like those commonly used for freshwater fishing for bass

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As your skill improves, switch to 30 pound braided line for better sensitivity and longer casts