baitcaster rod and reel combo cheap Abu Garcia Max Pro Baitcast this 5.5 Abu Garcia Max X 6'6"

Maximum Drag: 15lbs

Expect: Maximum Casting Distance: Reduced friction from ceramic hybrid spool bearings, the dual bearing spool gear, ported idler, and bearing-supported worm kit all contribute to longer, more effortless casts

A 90MM SWEPT HANDLE moves the handle knobs closer to the rods centerline, reducing wobble of the rod and reel in your hand as you crank

Best for Small Hands: Daiwa CA80 Casting Reel Pros Rugged but downsized aluminum frame Comfortable padded handles Adjustable cast control knobs Cons No slow or moderate gear ratios are available Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieves 7.5: 1 and 8.3:1 gear ratios 7.2 ounces 9 ball bearings plus one roller bearing The downsized frame of the Daiwa CA 80 may make it look like a bait finesse reel, but despite being small, this will handle heavy-duty flipping and close-quarters cranking with the heart and soul of a much larger reel

I used 4 (of 6) centrifugal pins on the spool brake washer for the heavy end, and it didn't show a gravity-fall difference with the 3 g