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My true pin at the moment takes a bit more effort to start to pull line off the spool which will improve as the years go by, thats probably its best point, it will get better with age, you can improve a bearing reel by buying higher grade abec rated bearings, mine has a 6 rating from memory Cheaper reels will have a lower rating and woo t be quite as smooth and are likely to wear out quicker

If youre not the handy type that does well-building things then check out the Cabelas Quick Stow Rod Rack for another alternative

The frog and coach dog patterns have been consistent fish producers when fished around all types of cover

And for a detailed bait recommendation, specific to your exact location and waterbody right now, check out the Bass Forecast Bait Advisor