baitcaster reel bronze Penn FTH300LPLH Fathom Low Profile while the Instant antireverse feature and Dual Action Casting brake promote smooth Lew's Custom Pro Baitcast Fishing

I like this combo as it is light enough to carry anywhere and if you are only looking for smaller bullheads or channel cats, it is all you will need

I learned from the very first cast that using a casting reel was nothing like using a spinning reel

If Lews had made this reel smaller and lighter I would rate it very high but It will still have a place in my arsenal

The Automag Dual Braking System blends centrifugal and magnetic controls for smooth, controlled casting with reduced overruns. A 7.2:1 gear ratio makes this reel a versatile tool for topwaters, jerkbaits, jigs, and any technique where fast hooksets and quick line pickup are critical. Backed by a 17.6 lb triple-disc carbon drag and double bearing-supported pinion, the Icon is built to stop big fish in their tracks while staying smoother and more durable under heavy loads. Add in comfort-driven TPE knobs and the KastKing LFTV line guide for extra casting distance, and you have a reel worthy of a champions endorsement

While I may be in the minority, this tactic has given me an advantage over other anglers that I believe has worked to my benefit

If you are happy to spend the money, the Conquest is a desirable piece of kit and definitely wont disappoint.