baitcasting reel under 100 Bates Hundo Casting Left Hand 8.1:1 tested durability to handle whatever the saltwater brings. The Top 5 Baitcast Reels

A gear ratio of 6.2:1 means that the spool will turn 6.2 times for every one time you turn the handle

Baitcast reels feature a spool tension knob and braking system, and may also feature a thumb lever

And any time I have had to send a reel in for service or repair, the turnaround time has always been minimal

Best for Big Baits: Daiwa Tatula 300 Casting Reel Pros Generous line capacity Bigger gears for bigger fish and lures Daiwas T-Wing system for long casts Cons Not suited for small to mid-sized lures Key Features Left- and right-hand retrieves 5.3: 1 (right), 6.3:1, 7.1:1, and 8.1:1 gear ratios 11.5 ounces Seven ball bearings, one roller bearing Price: $234 As the fish youre chasing and the lures needed to tempt them grow in size, its critical to beef up every component of a reel