Spinning Reel resurgence

The last several years have been strongly influenced by spinning gear, shakey heads and finesse techniques. Those anglers who know how to handle this type of gear can be very successful.

Highly pressured and very clear lakes, some at record low water levels, large tournament fields, as well as better electronics/GPS have aided this technique even more. What was once a power, grind em out, heavy cover baitcaster profession now has turned into a light line, straight worm, super sensitive rods and reels one instead.

Die hard power fishermen hate it but those who know how to adapt and are flexible are padding their bank accounts and gaining the media attention.

A side benefit to this change is the equipment. It has gotten much better from a quality and durability standpoint, , more refined with better retrieve ratios and can do things that was once reserved for baitcasters only. The negative loop factor has also been reduced.

Pflueger, in business since 1881, has stepped up in a big way and their reels are not only cost effective but also provide great features and performance that is unmatched. The Pflueger Supreme 8035MG is a lightweight, magnesium body and rotor reel that is super smooth. Nine Stainless ball bearings, one way clutch, double anodized spool and sure click bail much it durable as well. This 6.2 to 1 gear ratio reel weighs only 8.8 ounces, light by any standard but particularly light for a spinning reel..

One of the major complaints in years past has been line twist and loops and Pflueger has taken that mess out of the equation with a anti-twist Titanium coated line roller. Flip over the bail and its ready to cast. The bail is also dependable and sturdy even after heavy use.

The Inside Scoop

The 8035 MG has a sealed drag system and a spare aluminum spool is included.

It converts to either right or left handers and has a on/off anti-reverse switch.

It retails for $99.95.