09-10-2001, 10:15 PM
KB<br><br>Price is an issue for all anglers I think and as you said, trying to find a middle of the range outfit is a challenge. <br><br>At the same time, the feedback here suggests that the Diawa reel may be a good place to begin and would have to agree given that your starting out with overhead reels. <br><br>As for seasons and influences on calico/sea bass, I will leave that to be answered by locals who are far more in the know than me on that matter. <br><br>Burnin Thumbs!<br><br>Steve B <br>Moderator Lures/Baits Forum<br><A HREF="http://www.demonjigs.com" target="_new">http://www.demonjigs.com</A>