baitcasting reel for medium heavy rod Lew's Hypermag 7.5:1 Ready Catfishing Reel with Carbon Fiber Drag System 7'0" Medium-Heavy Casting Rod |

That usually comes at a cost, and while this reel is not inexpensive, it still costs less than replacing one year after year when the fish of a lifetime strips gears or the frame falls apart from too many rough boat rides

I find it has a different spitting, popping, and chugging action than any other popper out there

You can find the Shimano SLX DC at these online retailers: Very good casting reel Thanks to the DC controls, anglers will find the 4 numbered dial for setting a more accurate casting experience on the Shimano SLX DC

Its a step less smooth from reels that cost three to five times as much, but that wont be noticeable to many anglers, especially beginners