13 fishing concept a 7.3 1 rh baitcast reel TXZ 7.3:1 Gear Ratio Left Hand Saltwater Inshore Baitcasting Fishing Reel, Green : Sports & Outdoors rigs for those elusive double digit fish 13 Fishing Concept Z Baitcast

Rod features: - 30 Ton graphite blank - Abu Garcia custom soft touch reel seat - High density EVA grip Reel features: - 9 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing - A-Symmetric Carbon Frame and Rotor - AMG 2 gearing system V-Rotor system provides ultra-low start up inertia - Carbon Matrix drag system - Rocket Line Management - Rocket Spool Lip Design - Tubular Carbon Fiber handle with soft touch knob - Machined aluminum braid ready spool with V-Spool Design

The drag is set and used properly can make or break you when attempting to land a trophy catfish

The instinct to migrate, as well as current draws baitfish toward these areas, providing prime feeding grounds for catfish and many other predators

Featuring a high-speed 6.3:1 gear ratio, each reel also comes equipped with Abu Garcias Duragear II Gear System for increased gear strength and durability

Reels For Trophy Catfish If your plan is to target larger trophy-class cats exclusively then the reels in the Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 7000 Series are a good option

IAR bearings are finicky, and can malfunction in very cold conditions, because of improper lubing, or by general lack of maintenance