abu garcia ambassadeur baitcast reel Catfish Pro slip spool combine to deliver tremendous hook setting power Abu Garcia Ambassadeur S Round

The Revo4 IKE's color shifting paint goes from blue to purple depending on the light My only real complaint about this reel are the round knobs

Some of the worlds best tournament anglers, like Mike Iaconelli and Brandon Palaniuk, have made hundreds of thousands of dollars with spinning tackle that was once derisively referred to in some quarters as sissy sticks. Spinning tackle can subdue everything up to and including the biggest marlin and tuna, but that doesnt mean its always the right choice, nor is baitcasting gear

If you use 12-20 lb test line or heavy jigs, a baitcaster is usually the better choice

I am totally open to all viewpoints about the pros and cons of these two reel types, so please feel free to share any specifics that you have experienced when trying each type out on the water

And a baitcasting reel sits on top of the rod providing a smoother retrieve with less effort than a spinning reel

They are best for situations that require power, accuracy, and heavy lures, but they are not limited to one fish