abu garcia pro black spinning combo Max Baitcast custom Abu skeletonized reel seat and EVA grips that are perfect for a wide variety of techniques and applications. Abu Max X Spinning Combo

Read: part 1 on rods and part 2 on reels

Successful patterns include Wondernymphs, JuJu Baetis, Zebra midges, and WD-40s

The emblem br25a is too big for 12ft 1.75 rod, it would suit 2.25-3lb better

Abu Garcia IKE Signature 3.0 Spinning Reel Overview Designed to portray the attitude and style of Bassmaster Elite pro angler Mike Iaconelli, the Abu Garcia IKE Signature Spinning Reel is built for ease of use with todays popular finesse techniques in tournament bass fishing

Start with at least 3 feet and dont be afraid to go longer - all the way up to six feet if necessary

Now keep the guesswork out of how much life is left