New To Swimbaits Need Equipment Help

[Brian Brazier]

Hi

I recently purchased a few Swimbaits, Spro BBZ-1 Sr and Jr, Mattlures U2 Bluegill, Lucky Craft Real California, and a few smaller ones. I picked up a Mojo Bass Swimbait rod (also have to get a tube to transport it on my roof rack) and I am wondering what kind of reel will be best. My favorite reel is the Lews BB1 Pro, I have 2 and plan to add many more, would the BB1 Pro 6:4:1 have enough power for swimbaits? I looked at the Lews Super Duty, but they have the same drag rating, and of the 2 I would perfer the Pro. I am a lefty so the 6:4:1 is the lowest gear ratio the Pro offers in left, and I like that ratio. Any input is appreciated

[livetofish28]

I have that rod with a Lew's super duty and it makes an outstanding outfit. the super duty is a heavier duty reel designed for applications like this. it has a larger handle beefed up gears a deep spool and other things. yes the drag may be the same but that is generally it 

 

        tight lines 

 

          Andrew 

[Big Swimbait]

I just put the Lews BB2 Wide Spool on my swimbait rod & couldn't be happier.