12x braided fishing line Cast Co. X12 65lb Armed with a proprietary water MFT MAX POWER PE X12

They need to understand the concept of casting a fly into the water ever if they arent backcasting much

The ergonomic handle knob provides comfort and control, while stainless steel harness lugs and a standard glide plate add to the reels heavy-duty, ultra-tough design

Cons: Steeper learning curve, potential for backlashes if not set up/used correctly, not ideal for very lightweight lures (though some advanced reels like the Shimano Metanium MGL or Daiwa Tatula SV excel here), generally more expensive than comparable spinning reels

Pullen said the pike hooked in the lower jaw actually took longer to shed the lure than those hooked deeply near the back of the tongue

It has nine stainless steel HPCR bearings, two EXD bearings on the spool shaft, and two interchangeable spools made of lightweight duraluminum