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Which Saltwater Fishing Reel do you Need?
from:When you walk into your local sporting goods store to purchase equipment for a saltwater fishing trip, you might be floored by the sheer number of options. Not only are there multiple pieces of equipment that you must have, but you also must choose between different types, and then take it one step farther and choose a certain brand. One such crucial piece of equipment is the saltwater fishing reel. Your saltwater fishing reel could mean the difference between catching the big one or telling the story about the one who got away, so choose wisely!
First, look at the gear ratio on each saltwater fishing reel you are considering buying. The gear ratio essentially tells you how many times you’ll have to turn the handle to make one complete turn of the spool. Think of it like the gears on the bike. Your best choice here depends on how you plan to use the saltwater fishing reel. A high gear ratios is better for quickly reeling in the line or gaining line when the fish charges the boat. However, a saltwater fishing reel with a low gear ratios will give you more power when you’re bottom fishing or trolling. Use a saltwater fishing reel that has a gear ratio that will work for your specific situation.
The level wind mechanism on a saltwater fishing reel is also important if you choose a bait casting reel. The level wind mechanism works back and forth along the spool to evenly draw in the line. This can be very convenient for keeping your line neat and tidy. However, if you will be fishing in salt water, you will often need to use a near heavy line. Level wind mechanisms cannot easily wind heavy line, and so a good saltwater fishing reel may be better without this addition.
Check out also the ball bearings of the saltwater fishing reel. All fishing reels have ball bearings, so don’t be lured to a package advertising this. The key is to find a saltwater fishing reel that has a higher number of ball bearings. The ball bearings will keep you line reeling smoothly, so the more ball bearings, the more smooth the movement of the spool as your reel in your catch of the day.
Remember, you typically get what you pay for. If you spend only a few dollars on a saltwater fishing reel, you may find that it is broken or the line is tangled by mid-morning. This can be very frustrating. The more expensive saltwater fishing reel will truly help you to catch the largest fish possible.
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