black max baitcast rod/reel combo The result is proven value and reliability that anglers have come to expect from this series. Casting Rod Black Max Next

The Kapstan Elite Baitcasting reel (Kapstan for short) fits the criteria to a T

Using the thin-wire hooked tip of a line pick, you can sneak in under cinched-down line and ease it up to create a loop that you can then tug on

Our frame is crafted from a single block of aircraft-grade aluminum, which ensures that the reel can withstand the heavy loads and intense fights characteristic of hooking large catfish without flexing or warping

Best Creed GT ($134.95) The Creed GTs fast, 6.2:1 gear ratio makes it a great choice when quick line recovery is important, such as needing to set the hook after making a long cast or when in deep water

The MagTrax braking system helps manage casts with a wide range of lure weights, and the Power Disk drag system delivers up to 15 lbs

Root beer/Chartreuse, Mistake and Splatterback are favorites but I love an craw color, I mean really any color works if you present em right