baitcasting reel purple Tackle Warehouse Limited Edition – Bates Fishing Co Complete with an aluminum frame and side plate Purple – Ancient Mariner 6000

To see what I mean, move the handle on a spinning reel over to the right side and give it a whirl

Matching your retrieve to water temperature, clarity, and fish behavior helps every lure perform more naturally and increases your chances of drawing consistent strikes

When to Choose a Baitcaster Over a Spinning Reel Choose a baitcaster when you need long, accurate casts, power for heavy cover, fast retrieval in 6.3:1 to 8.1:1 gear ratios, and direct hook-setting control

This allows you to make adjustments to the rotation of the spool to compensate for more or less weight as needed

The nights are brisk, the mornings are cool and many of the days are filled with warm sunshine

However, while many lures will catch fish, choosing smaller topwater lures for early summer fishing is one surefire ticket to success