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I mean, there literally is a black max spinning reel: https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/abu-garcia-black-max-spinning-reel#repChildCatid=6407338?campID=642952267&groupID=31323544038&device=m&productID=118980850&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIk62WsoW-4AIVkYZpCh2zngHTEAQYASABEgJi_fD_BwE

This was caught at a Chinook Pit. Not sure the name of it, but usually do okay there. I live in Brazil, so the pits are right down the road.

Was glad to get out today here in west central Indiana. Have had freezing temps and ice on ponds, but decided to get out and fish with it finally getting up to 44 degrees. Was not expecting much, but landing this beaut. Caught on a Rapala X Rap 7 jerkbait.

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Winn Grip or cork for me. Have not tried carbon yet.

Lew’s TP1 casting rod. They specifically have one that is labeled ‘Multi-purpose” - It is a 7’ Medium-heavy with WINN grips and microwave guides. Great all around rod.

Upvote on the Tatula CT. Smooth, great casting and built solid.

Caught a good one yesterday from a local strip pit, of course didn't have my scale with me. Some weight guesses please..? Thanks in advance. (She was immediately released after video.)

Nice fish. I would say a 4 pounder.

Okay thanks. The performance is fine, but if it’s normal I won’t worry about it.

Please help me determine what needs oiled/greased to make this noise stop. I really don't wan't to tear it down. I have already greased the worm gear, both ends of the spool, and the brakes. thanks in advance. sorry for hand being over the mic a few times.

I was having the same issue with the smaller guides a lot of newer rods have. I starting adding some Loctite gel and that solved the problem. It adds enough protection to the wraps and is flexible enough it doesn't damage the guides. I have also used Loon's Knot sense and it works as well, but you need a UV light (Sunlight) to cure it. For 30lb braid, I would use atleast 7 wraps (7 up and 7 back). You might get away with less using 50lb and up.

Might want to check out the Lew's American Hero combo. I believe it retails for around $80.

I have a tournament MB lfs and I would say the the magnetic brakes are just for quick fine tune adjustments. I sometimes make brake adjustments when I change line types or when the weight of the lure changes. It's a great casting reel, imo.

There are a lot of good instructional videos on YouTube that will show you how to make a solid connection knot (Alberto, FG, double Uni). Just takes some practice. I use an alberto knot will a dab of loctite. I tend to use around a 5-7 foot length of flouro or mono and for 30# braid a would go with a 12-15# leader.