Hey what is the difference in the Bearings, i am getting a new reel and i am new to fishing in away. i have the choice of 3+1 or 4+1 what is the difference?

Name the reels. The quality of the bearings is more important than the number of bearings, IMO. The old Shimano Curados were only 4+1, but they were good bearings.

Generally the more bearings the smoother the reel with be.  But i agree with hi_Steel_basser... quality is more important some brands such as shimano make more efficient and smooth bearings then say zebco.

ok good the reel i am thinking about going with is the Shimano Citica Baitcast Reel. What do yall think about this reel?

ok good the reel i am thinking about going with is the Shimano Citica Baitcast Reel. What do yall think about this reel?

Good choice and an excellent value. You can't go wrong with this one  

ok one more ?, like i said i am new to fishing so i was wondering what would be best for me the 6.2:1 or the 5.2:1 or is it all just preference?

If you are using it to throw cranks go with the lower 5.2:1 otherwise the 6 to 1 is great

what if i am going to be using a crank bait half of the time, should i still go with the 5:1 or should i still go with the 6:1?