Fishing is fast becoming a very popular sport. The thrill of catching the largest fish can give you such a great feeling that so many new innovations in fishing gear have been made to cater to the demands of the growing number of this sport's lovers.

If you are one of these fishing enthusiasts and you have been looking for the best equipment to complement your hobby, you might want to try the Shimano BaitRunner. Whether it might be for a saltwater or a fresh water fishing passion, the BaitRunner is an option that you would not want to miss. What Shimano reels did was improvise on the BaitRunner Classic. So if you loved the classic, you'll be amazed at the innovations made with the BaitRunner B Series. This line comes in three different options:

• The 3500, which has a 4.7:1 gear ratio and 300/8lb, 250/12lb line capacity
• The 4500 which has a 4.8:1 gear ratio and a 14/295 17/250 20/195 line capacity
• The 6500 which has a 4.2:1 gear ratio and a 14/295 17/250 20/195 line capacity

What sets this line of Shimano Reels apart is the ease with which they can be handled and their sleek design.

• Front Drag Setting: this setting increases and decreases the drag strength. By turning the notch clockwise, the drag strength is increased. By turning the notch counter-clockwise, the drag strength is decreased. By tightening the notch completely hand, the drag is set to its maximum strength.

• BaitRunner Tension Setting: To put reel in total free spool, flip BaitRunner in BaitRunner On position. Use the Tension Dial to set the correct spool tension for the type of bait you are using. Turning the tension dial all the way to the left gives the lightest free spool tension and to the right, increases the free spool tension.

• Fishing. After making a cast, flip the BaitRunner lever to the BaitRunner On position to effectively fish your bait in controlled free spool. To set the hook, just turn the handle forward and the BaitRunner will instantly shift to Drag On. By doing this, the drag selected previously will take over as the fish is put in. The BaitRunner can be shifted manually by flipping the lever to the Drag On position.

Shimano reels' dedication to create the utmost best and its commitment to making a superbly engineered BaitRunner resulted to great innovations. The BaitRunner's awesome features include the following:

 Graphite Frame and Sideplate
 Diecast Aluminum Spool
 Graphite Rotor (3500 & 4500 only)
 Aluminum Rotor (6500 only)
 Waterproof Drag
 Handle Grip (Flat T Type)
 Anti-Rust Bearings
 Super Stopper II
 Dyna-Balance
 Power Roller III
 Approved for use in Saltwater
 Power Handle Torpedo Knob
 3 + 1 Stainless Steel Ball Beaings
 Automatic Strike Alarm
 Non-Corrosive Graphite Construction

So whether you're an offshore fisher or an angler who loves the yield of the great ocean depths, BaitRunner is the reel for you. It's the epitome of matching form with functionality.

Shimano reels and other types of fishing equipment are available at the Sea Isle Tackle store, the one-stop shop for the avid fishing sportsman.