Since many Musky anglers are using the larger cowgirl lures (Double 10 and 13), the need for a reel that is light weight with the balls to handle those larger heavier lures had become apparent. As with any new product release, there has been a lot of hype around the reel with Musky notables lending their endorsement; but those endorsements are always suspect given the ‘Cash For Endorsement’ practice that infects the sport of Musky fishing. Since I actually go out and buy the reels and products I review, I am beholding to no one. I loaded the Winch reel with 80# test TUF-Line plus (White) and used it during my September Musky outing. In addition, I talked with other anglers who were throwing the larger lures to get their take on the reel…Here are their Pro & Con comments distilled down: Con:
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