Overall, the Thermo Chill is an excellent performer on the trail and holds its own for around-town use, tooand its a standout value at just $150
Ask the same question to the same angler now and the answer would be a whole lot bigger
The three specs that matter most when it comes to determining how big a fish a rod can handle are line weight, lure weight, and power
It is an aluminum-bodied reel but lighter than the BG while also maintaining the strength of the BG
Its a bit heavy, though, at 4.5 ounces, and the drag is not as finely graduated as I would like
Look for areas with obstructions that fish will want to congregate next to such as logs, large rocks or structures, or small channels away from the moving water