bantam baitcast reel Shimano A Baitcasting Big fish hidden in thick weed mats dont stand a chance against the newest generation of Bantam. Shimano Bantam MGL A Casting

Reviewers consistently praise the SLX XTs smoothness relative to its price bracket, frequently describing it as punching above its weight against reels costing considerably more

I settled on the Shimano Bantam (BKM100) reel and my first thought was how solid it felt in my hands

An oversized Brass Duragear uses a larger gear to increase power, efficiency, and strength, while a Power Stack Carbon Matrix Drag System delivers 25 to 30 pounds (depending on size) of pressure with a low start-up inertia and smooth performance throughout the entire range

Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieve 10.1: 1 7.6 ounces 11 total bearings The earliest iterations of reels faster than 7:1 or so left me confused because I recognized their advantages, yet felt I could not trust them completely