baitcast reel deals KVD Elite 8.3:1 Left Hand Finished with ergonomic handle grips Summit Baitcast Reel Right

Casting my target 3 g, right off, the spool mass was goosey, with start-up backclash even on my lightest lure

And let me backtrack for a minute and tell you about what I found when I initially brought the reel home and opened it up

Specifications Pros & Cons Pros One of the smoothest baitcasters in our test Very lightweight makes the reel balance well on any rod Click on tension adjust knob Great Warranty Cons Gear ratio not listed on reel Metal scuffed with minor use Reel handle set too far off the body for easy one handed use Much like its spinning reel counterpart, I was impressed with the performance of the Johnny Morris Platinum Signature Baitcast Reel ($229)

Abu Garcia Revo X Casting Combo Offering unmatched value, the Abu Garcia Revo X Casting Combo is a feature-packed set-up that combines the completely redesigned Gen5 Revo X LP reel with a premium Abu Garcia 30-ton IntraCarbon rod