abu garcia max black Baitcast Fishing Combo, 6'6 inch Medium Rod, Right/Left Handed Reel The result is proven value and reliability that anglers have come to expect from this series. Abu Garcia Max SX Spinning

That would really be the tipping point though, and youd do better with the 7-9 using 8XDs and 10XDs, or Norman DD22s and other baits of that size range

However, if youre using the reel primarily for flipping and pitching, you may want to go with something thats 8.5:1 or higher

Finally, the braking system of baitcasters helps control the speed of the spool during casting, reducing the risk of backlash or tangles

If you load up 10-pound braid on a spinning reel with a medium to medium light rod , you can cast a 1/8 ounce jig half way across the pond

Absolutely love it

So, a 6.3:1 gear ratio reel turns 6.3 times for every revolution of the reel handle