baitcast reel tusin Sougayilang Baitcasting Reel, 8.0:1 High Speed Gear Ratio, 18LB Carbon Drag, 9+1 Shielded Bearings, Magnetic Brake System, Anti-Backlash, Smooth Casting for Bass Fishing, Beginner to Professional : Sports & Outdoors of drag power Coastal Tuff Saltwater Round Baitcast

Orvis has improved the reel recently accounting for some mild criticism from picky anglers

These are among the best baits for making bomb casts, enabling an angler to extend the radius of their range out further

I'm particularly partial to the S-waver in the 168 and 200 sizes in "Warden" or "Light Trout" (See our S-Waver Video and S-Waver 200 Video to see why) The S-waver is easy to use and won't break the bank but is by no means your only option

Baits that are black, red, white, or chartreuse are a good option when you are in the mud

This is a bait that can be dragged along the bottom and really help identify where the schools are hanging out

Bass, northern pike, musky and perch, the President XT works like a charm