ardent xs1000 baitcast reel Arrow II Fishing 7.0:1 this is one of the lightest baitcasters on the market Ardent Reels XS1000 Baitcast Reel

It makes smooth and quiet casts and I can fling a bait a pretty long ways with it

For a thirty-pound test fishing line, fifteen pounds of drag is heavy but I wouldnt call it critical mass

For bass fishing, Id generally recommend the 6-8 or 7-2 rod, paired with the 2500 reel option

And its true that spinning reels by their nature tend to create line twist, especially when an inexperienced angler attempts to reel against the drag

She asked questions to fully understand my needs and then followed up with links to the right parts

Each 2-piece composite blank is fitted with high density EVA split grips for lightweight comfort and durability