ari t hart special edition sage fly reel 't Aras Ari t Hart Trilogy reel

That alone is worth the upgrade from a non-level-wind for any angler who doesnt want to manage the spool by hand

There is an idea that for inshore applications for smaller fish species using small spin reels (size 3000 and under), moderate speeds are great for slow rolling (winding slowly) crankbaits as the slow speed provides a great cadence to impart the subtle action the lure requires for its intended action

I do personally enjoy using my Daiwa Saltiga 35JH Jigging Reel and would prefer it over a Penn Fathom or a Shimano Trinidad, but both of those options are perfectly acceptable

Particularly in early summer when mayfly and other insect hatches peak, crappies (and other panfish) may gorge on invertebrates over baitfish by wide margins