12-25-2003, 05:09 AM
Hey there Nu2,
Glad to see another post. Time do fly, especially with we look a fishing tackle advances.
I assume you're talking spinning gear. If you're shore bound because of an infirmity, so be it. If not, have you thought of using a step-into type float (U-boat) tube?
Your choice of gear then might change. Ok Shore bound it is. Adding to what DH said,
1) 6 ball bearings mean about the best smoothness,
2) 6:1 gear ratio is pretty common for all types of retrive situations,
3) Advanced drag materials add to smoothing of line going out when hooked up,
4) Lastly the diameter of the spool and the length of the spool will have a lot to do with distance.
(Long spool reels also have a special winding pattern that will aid in distance.) Spool can be either plastic, graphite, or aluminum for the fish you're catching.
I prefer the drag adjustment to be at the rear but they're aren't many models to choose from. Also, don't spend a million buck on one!
JapanRon
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