abu garcia 9000 spinning reel 9000i Rotor and V Abu Ambassadeur BG 9000 CT

from left to right left ---- small trapezoidal type circa 1967 to approx 1976 middle-- large torpedo type introduced in 1970 for the model 7 later used on both 6 and 7 right---- large rectangular used on the 6x and 7x circa 1977 to 1983 note that like the spools all of the handle knobs are interchangeable on all reels

Made in Japan SLPW MC (machine-cut) Crank handle, 90mm, Black and Gold 2026 New Machine-cut aluminum alloy handle

I like to use the Lews Speed Spool RX in just about any brackish waters, but also in freshwaters

Steps to Flip a Baitcaster If you are ready to start flipping, I assume you are well-versed in casting both overhand and sidearm using a baitcaster

It handles casting lures of any size, it has enough drag to handle inshore all star species, and the gearing and smoothness is second to none

When its in murky, stained or muddy water it looks like a shad but at the same time it has enough color to it that itll actually help a bass find it