Although you can do a lot with spinning gear, there are just some baits, like big spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, jigs, chatterbaits, and frogs, that are better suited for a beefier baitcasting reel.

Choosing the right reel for bass fishing can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Baitcasting and spinning reels each have their strengths, and knowing when to use them makes all the ...