abu garcia ambassadeur 5601cb SX Conventional Reel, Size 5600 (1292728), 3 Stainless Steel Ball Bearings + 1 Roller Bearing, Synthetic Star Drag, Max of 12.5lb : Baitcasting Fishing Reels : Sports & Outdoors The addition of a compact bent handle and drag star deliver an ergonomic feel for all day fishing without fatigue Used Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 5601

These grubs are probably the cheapest setup you can use

Some smaller models are designed for surf fishing and allow for longer casts, but most are for deep water or big game

When you get into the power and action of a rod, the conversation can get a little more nuanced

I'm not sure how well they would fit bigger reels though

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