Finesse Bait Casting Rod And Reel

I was able to piece together a cheaper combo by finding an old Bass Pro ProLite PLS10HA reel and a 6'6" ML/F Bass Pro Crankin' Stick. All in I think I have about $90 wrapped up into it

I have an older "gold colored" Carbonlite on a 7' ML Crankin' Stick for one of my light lure combos.  However, my skill level isn't at a point where I can toss 1/8 oz. lures with no problem....3/16 oz. yes, 1/8 oz., no  I believe my total cost for this combo was $105.  I believe a used Pixy / Pixilla goes anywhere from $250 to $450 depending on condition and upgrades.  An upgraded Pixilla would be my first choice if I had the funds.

It was recently pointed out to me "finesse" has come to have 2 meanings.  1) light lures and light lines, 2) and any bait used delicately.  Personally I only subscribe to the first meaning.  If you subscribe to the second meaning, then any reel will work.

I love baitcast reels and have spent a fair amount of money and time reaching my current skill level.  However, I will admit that a spinning outfit can be much cheaper and definitely easier to use and makes more sense for most of us....including me.  BUT I enjoy baitcast reels more so I am willing to put up with the extra work required to use one.