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Handle: Soft rubber knobs or those designed as oversized work better for many

This article is part of an ongoing tutorial on rods and reels for catfish, check out the Ultimate Guide To Catfish Reels and the Ultimate Guide To Catfish Rods for even more in-depth information on choosing and using rods and reels for catfish.

Each kit includes a smooth low-profile hood with bright white LEDs, feeding access door in the front and a break out section in the back for the QuietFlow Power Filter

Which reel type you use ultimately comes down to personal preference

A modern fish finder is another game-changer, using sonar to paint a clear picture of what's going on below you, from schools of fish to bottom structure

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