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We've found anomalies in the curve at lockdown pressure are common and likely the result of variables other than just the drag (line stretch, digging, etc.)

This handle design further reduces the overall weight of the rod and greatly enhances sensitivity by more effectively transmitting vibrations through the blank and into your hands

If you throw Texas rigs, jigs, spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, buzzbaits, swim jigs, and heavier crankbaits, a baitcaster makes more sense

The deep spool has line capacity for long casts with the big lure

Real World Tests: I paired the Abumatic 170 with a rod from our Best Value Award winning Phenix Rods Recon line the PHX-C683

Its a crappie slayer with a sensitive Japanese graphite blank and skeletonized reel seat