best 2pc baitcasting rod KastKing Zephyr Finesse Casting Rods, 6'9", L wrapped carbon tape to form an array of X shapes on the rod blanks outermost layer KastKing Spartacus II Plus Twin-Tip

Texas rigged hook keeper for all bait applications

It houses Shimanos Hagane Body construction for rigidity, X-Ship technology supporting the pinion gear on both ends for smoothness, and Core Protect sealing that keeps water out without adding the sluggish feel some sealed reels develop

That was a solid move on Shimanos part

This is because they imitate the feel and look of baitfish better than anything else

Since mass production of a ball bearing model started in 1966, it made good marketing sense to engrave all future models that used ball bearings with the letter "C." 5000D.....Introduced in 1974, the "D" designation stands for direct drive