03-07-2010, 02:48 AM
[quote idahoron]Can someone explain the Gear Ratio? I am not sure how to decipher what it means. Ron[/quote]
Gear ratio is how fast the spool/bail will turn in relation to the handle/crank. If it is a 6.4:1 ratio, then the spool/bail will turn 6.4 times when you turn the reel handle 1 full turn. The lower the number, the slower it retrieves line, but has much more torque. The bigger the number, the faster it will retrieve line, but will have less torque. A fly rod reel is 1:1. One full turn on the handle turns the spool one full turn. Hope this helps.
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Gear ratio is how fast the spool/bail will turn in relation to the handle/crank. If it is a 6.4:1 ratio, then the spool/bail will turn 6.4 times when you turn the reel handle 1 full turn. The lower the number, the slower it retrieves line, but has much more torque. The bigger the number, the faster it will retrieve line, but will have less torque. A fly rod reel is 1:1. One full turn on the handle turns the spool one full turn. Hope this helps.
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