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Loaded up with braid this Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XH weighs 301g if that is any help (it has a 6.2:1 retrieve ratio), compared to 326g for the Penn Slammer IV 2500, 340g for the penn Authority 2500, and 232g for the Shimano Vanford 4000XG

Sometimes creature or craw baits work well, like a Zoom Z Craw, and many anglers like swimbaits like a Reaction Innovations Little Dipper, too

Crank the reel handle 3-4 turns to get the lure down to the desired depth

These reels are often sold at a deep discount to cover the costs of repair and parts (or cleaning)

Long and thin are the two considerations, as this duplicates the favored prey for pike

Anglers can learn to skip with a baitcaster, but one wrong move or errant cast and you may regret that decision