big spools of braided fishing line XS Game Braid Green / 100 lb. / 150 yards Berkley x9 takes it to a new level by adding an extra fiber Ashconfish 500m Multiflament 4 Braided

Within a given manufacturers lineup, you may find differences in the quality of componentseverything from blanks to reel seats to guidesbased on your willingness to pay

I inserted a nail weight into the Swamp Crawler to get it to fall a little faster, and I added BaitFuel to it and my jigs

The reel is smooth, both on the cast and on the retrieve

The MagSealed design reliably prevents intrusion of water and dirt into the reel body via the main axis

A heavy chunk of shiny metal, the spoon gives off a lot more flash as it rocks to and fro on the fall

Heres how to match the best braid to your style and needs: Consider Your Target Species Bass, pike, or musky: Go for strong, abrasion-resistant lines like PowerPro or Daiwa J-Braid