best saltwater spinning rod and reel combo KastKing Rekon Fishing – Rod & Reel for Saltwater Fishing 7'6''/ Fast-Medium Heavy/4000 Reel-2pcs Ideal for any angler chasing saltwater adventures. Saltwater Rod & Reel Combos

One thing I noticed while fiddling with the X is that your leader can work its way between the spool and frame, wrapping around the drag hub more easily than a full framed or caged reel

SCORPIO LOW PROFILE BAITCAST REEL Okuma Scorpio Low Profile Baitcast Reel equips with corrosion-resistant graphite frame and sideplates, and A6061-T6 machined aluminum spool

Stainless steel bearings, and aerospace bar stock aluminum components make this reel lighter than it appears, a big plus for fishing long days The Real World Test: I have had the pleasure to test this reel primarily on big waters such as the Lower Sacramento River and Feather River

I like a green, blue, gold or pearl back fading to a white underbelly