avet grouper reel LX 6/3 G2 2-Speed Lever Drag Gunmetal nearly twice most reels its size Avet T-RX 80W 2-Speed Lever

From throwing supersized swimbaits to muskie bucktails, the Abu Garcia Max5 300 Casting Reel maximizes your trophy-hunting capabilities

BEST BFS BRAID Varivas Bass PE Varivas is another premium fishing-line brand from Japan

No matter what work surface you use, line it with a couple of clean paper towels - this will help you keep things organized, and you'll be able to see all of the pieces much easier

By Mike Bednarski/ DWR Chief of Fisheries Photos by Mike Bednarski/DWR Summer is in full swing, and with it, comes the heat

With all fixed-spool reels, the line is released in coils or loops from the leading edge of the non-rotating spool

Consider wind direction: Strong winds can create water currents that move algae and food sources, attracting bass to different areas