matching it with a Shimano Stradic FL reel, also at $200. And I’m not saying that’s not a sweet combo that wouldn’t work well ...

Shimano reels are in this article ... However, ultra-light anglers who fish short, very light rods may want a 1000 or even 500-sized reel. Those fishing heavy tackle (like swimbaits or large ...

Putting Together the Best Fishing Rod and Reel Combo In most cases, I would put more emphasis on and invest more budget into a higher-end rod, and spend less on the reel. / Shimano For a specific ...