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That's why I never travel without it

Pros include long casts, excellent performance with light lures, works well with braid, and low learning curve

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Clamshell openings (just like a suitcase), organizational features, and a more minimalist, urban design helped solve many of the issues I was experiencing with a hiking backpack at the time