big fishing line spool Piscifun® Speed Spooler Fishing Line Winder resistant formula stands up to the roughest objects Berkley Trilene Big Game CLEAR

Offered in six color patterns, I like those silver and blue for open water and the silver and brown for more shallow waters under cloudy skies

Spincast Reel On a spincast reel the spool is fully enclosed in an oval-shaped casing

Yes, this means unracking and packing when you head out and then reracking when you come home, but its a price worth paying to keep your gear safe and organized instead of tossed in the closet or garage

On those fishing trips I evaluated each rod for the following characteristics: Hook setting power Sensitivity Casting distance and accuracy Balance and weight Handle comfort In addition to that testing trip, four rods were tested by Outdoor Lifes engagement editor, Derek Horner