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In rivers, use it to work current seams and eddies where smallmouth bass wait for baitfish to drift by

Soft plastics can do that, a jig, a swim bait, a spinner, a tube, and almost anything

Pros: High speed with 7.1:1 gear ratio Can withstand corrosion Can be easily cleaned and maintained It comes with a left-handed and right-handed variation Dual-line winding shafts are genuinely stable and work very well Noise-free equipment Lightweight and beginners friendly Well balanced, strong, and sensitive Each feature works perfectly when in-tune Cons: Equipping the reel with a heavy fishing rod should be avoided 4

In addition to the lightweight yet solid design, plenty of other features help with durability and performance

Use square bill crankbaits or crankbaits with round, stubby lips and sharp angled off noses when fishing for bass in shallow water, around wood or rock