daiwa bg spinning reel 4000 BG4000 Saltwater Reel, 4000, 5.7: 1 Gear Ratio, 6+1 Bearings, 39.90" Retrieve Rate, 17.60 lb Max Drag, black/gold Braid line ready spool Daiwa BG LT Spinning Reel

The explosive strikes you get on these lures are nothing short of heart-pounding

Lure selection is broad

If you want to break your personal best without breaking the bank, any of the Daiwa D range of rods is a very good place to start

At times a Striped Bass will miss your topwater plug or short strike

Pros & Cons Pro: Highest review rating in this guide (4.6) across the largest sample after the Lew's Pro: $110 puts it in beater-budget territory while still feeling like a real reel Pro: Aluminum frame at this price is uncommon Con: Stock magnetic brake is on the conservative side

The 6+1 bearing system contributes to smooth performance on the ice, while the spool fender, spool lock, and extended reel stem help to manage the line for less line tangles both on and off the ice