Top 5 Baitcast Combos

The Shimano Caius Baitcasting Combo pairs a compact, versatile, and durable bait-casting reel, designed with lightweight lure casting in mind, with a matching Shimano casting rod. The Super Free Spool improves casting performance and the improved 6-pin VBS (Variable Braking System) keeps backlash to a minimum with all weights and sizes of lures.

Features

• Cauis Baitcast Reel
• 3+1 Bearings
• VBS Braking technology

The 13 Fishing Fate Chrome Casting Combo features Evolve soft touch seamless reel seats to transmit unmatched communication to the blank, and the high density Japanese EVA split grip handles help reduce weight while enabling precision balancing for all-day fishing. Each rod is equipped with lightweight tangle free guides with Zirconia inserts for longer casts with fewer tangles.

Features

Rod Features

• Japanese 30 Ton HTC 3 Blank Construction
• Evolve Soft Touch Seamless Reel Seat
• Tangle Free Guides with Zirconia Inserts
• High Density Japanese EVA Split Grip Handle

Reel Features

• 18lb Multi-Material Drag
• HD Aluminum Frame
• Arrowhead Line Guide
• KeepR Integrated Hook Keeper
• High Spin Casting System
• ONE 3 Soft Touch Knob
• 2+4+1 High Spin Stainless Bearings
• 6-Way Centrifugal Breaking System
• Japanese Hamai Cut Gearing
• Aluminum Spool

Lew's Mach 2 Baitcast Combo raises the bar once again in what a high-end baitcast combination looks and performs like when a quality reel is perfectly matched to a quality rod, and then priced at an exceptional value. The Mach 2 Speed Spool SLP reel is packed with features including a one-piece graphite frame, double anodized aluminum 32mm U spool, and a premium 10 bearing system that includes Zero-Reverse one way clutch bearing. The rod is built on a one-piece IM8 graphite blank that incorporates Nano technology. Guides are constructed with durable stainless-steel frames with smooth aluminum oxide inserts. The Lew's exclusive graphite skeletal reel seat is lightweight and secure. Winn Dri Tac polymer grips improve control and reduce fatigue.

Features

Reel Features:

• Strong and lightweight, Super Low Profile (SLP) graphite frame and sideplates
• Machined and double-anodized 32mm aluminum U-shaped spool
• High strength solid brass Speed Gears, cut on precision Hamai CNC gear hobbing machines
• Premium 10 bearing system with double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings and Zero-Reverse one-way clutch bearing
• Externally adjustable Magnetic Control System (MCS)
• Double anodized spool tension knob with audible click adjustment
• Durable Rulon drag system, provides up to 15 lb drag power
• Anodized bowed aluminum 95mm handle with Winn Dri-Tac handle knobs
• Double anodized aluminum spool tension adjustment with audible click
• Quick release sideplate lock lever
• Zirconia line guide

Rod Features:

• One-piece IM8 graphite blank
• Guides are constructed with durable stainless steel frames and aluminum oxide inserts
• Lew's exclusive SoftTouch graphite skeletal reel seats
• Winn advanced polymer Dri-Tac split grips
• Professional style hook keepers

The Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 7000 Baitcast Combo is as big on performance as they are on durability, the Abu Garcia 7000 reel features a synchronized level wind system that provides even line lay and a smooth retrieve. The updated extended bend handle with power knob gives anglers an edge by increasing torque and aligning the cranking hand closer to the reel for more efficient fighting power. The smooth and consistent multi-disc drag system delivers pressure throughout the entire drag setting. Each 7000 reel is constructed with a corrosion resistant instant anti-reverse bearing, Duragear brass main gear for extended gear life, and a four-pin centrifugal brake for controlled casts. The 7000 is paired with an E-Glass rod that features a high density EVA handle and aluminum oxide guides. Available in both 7’ and 8’ configurations.

Features

• Corrosion resistant instant anti reverse bearing provides greater protection
• Smooth and Consistent multi disc drag system
• Duragear brass gear for extended gear life
• 6 pin centrifugal brake gives consistent brake pressure throughout cast
• Extended bent handle with power knobs for increased cranking power
• Synchronized level wind system improves line lay and castability
• E-glass rod blank with EVA handle and aluminum oxide guides

The Lew's American Hero Baitcast Combo features a 5-ball bearing American Hero baitcast reel with a one-piece, lightweight graphite frame and sideplates. The reel weighs 7.2 ounces. The combo rod features a one-piece premium IM6 graphite blank for extreme sensitivity to detect even the lightest of bites. Its guides are gunsmoke stainless steel frames with stainless steel inserts.

Features

Reel Features:

• One-piece, lightweight, graphite frame and sideplates
• Premium 5-bearing system with stainless steel double-shielded and Zero Reverse one-way stainless steel clutch bearing
• Externally adjustable Magnetic Control System (MCS)
• Machine forged aluminum blue anodized spool
• Durable Rulon drag system, provides up to 15lbs. drag power
• High strength solid brass Speed Gears, cut on precision Hamai CNC gear hobbing machines
• Aluminum bowed handle with Lew’s custom paddle handle knobs
• Zirconia line guide
• Quick and easy removable graphite palming sideplate
• Blue anodized aluminum spool tension adjustment knob
• Fully adjustable, smooth, bowed graphite star drag system

Rod Features:

• One-piece IM6 graphite blanks
• Gunsmoke single-foot stainless steel guide frames with stainless steel inserts
• Lew’s exclusive graphite skeletal reel seat
• EVA split-grip handles for weight reduction
• Patented “No Foul” hook keeper