bandits fishing lure Bandit Suspending Minnow Chrome Red Eye creating the tight vibration and noise response that triggers strikes during long trolling passes Bandit Lures Walleye Deep

warm water kills bait faster than anything else Drop quickly once your bait hits the water to minimize stress from the descent If bait is dying on the drop, a small descending device can reduce pressure change effects Bait quality degrades faster than most anglers account for

Honorable Mention: Best Value Casting Reels "Bang for your Buck" Top Pick: Lews KVD Elite Casting Reels Bursting with features that bring elite-level performance worthy of carrying the GOATs name, the Lews KVD Elite Casting Reels represent an incredible value for a compact, workhorse baitcasting reel priced under $200

Effective with Light Lures : Spinning reels excel at casting lightweight lures and baits, which can be challenging with other reel types

Editors Note: Kim Anthony lives to ice fish for big pike

Based on the high performance technology that's driven the Daiwa Cast'izm reel to the heights of success and angler-approved popularity, and exclusively available in the UK from Angling Direct and Fosters of Birmingham, the Daiwa Emblem 25QD reel is robustly housed, with silky-smooth gearing that gives you the powerful performance you need in any angling scenario, from landing double figure carp to taking on predators