abu garcia blue max baitcaster combo X Baitcast The lightweight combos feature EVA split grip design in a variety of sizes to tackle all your fishing needs. Just started using my new

If the lure is too heavy, the rod feels overloaded and sloppy

A spinning reel is usually better for beginners because it is simple to use, has less risk of backlash, and works well with light lures and lines

Other Compatible Models Include (but are not limited to): Ambassadeur Pro Max Ambassadeur Tournament Pro Ambassadeur Black Max And many other Swedish-made Ambassadeur round reels

Now I principally fish from the deck of a skiff that is only about 1 off the water surface, so I have moved more to 6-6 and 7 max

I wanted to see if they performed as advertised, not only fresh out of the package, but also after being banged around through big waves and nasty stump fields