Rainbow wrote: When You fish with a 6-7or even an 8lbs tippet you don't want much drag pressure via the reel. There is enough line friction in the bent rod and water pressure on the line especially if the fish is on the other side of the current. |
TheBadger wrote:
How exactly do you get a bent rod without drag in the reel? The bend is derived from that drag. People need to get over this outdated notion that drag is irrelevant in a trout reel. A smooth drag that puts out moderate drag (because yes, I agree, you don't need THAT much) will assist you in landing more fish. End of story. That doesn't mean you need to buy anything expensive. I really like the look of the Lamson Gurus (I would suggest buying a machined aluminium, rather than forged, reel - which rules out the Konic), but I also have had a Shimano Biocraft for years and years. It's a very dependable, basic and functional reel. |
flyfisher wrote: I use drag on most large fish, I'd have a 3rd degree burn on my palm from a big Rainbow yesterday if I didn't!!!... I would certainly disagree it's irrelevant, I also palm the spool as an added measure to add pressure if required. It can also free up a hand to quickly adjust something, push a camera button, hold some foliage in a tight spot or steady yourself, to me it's very important and the smoother the better. |
Rainbow wrote: That's where you need a good drag. Rainbow |
Rainbow wrote: I have got several kayaks so why don't you come out with me one day to show me how good you are. The tuna season lasts until the end of April on the West Coast which should give you plenty of time to get a bit of condition on and get rid of some of your beer gut. A 40km paddle will sort you out. You wont be able to drag your big arse up the ramp. Rainbow |
Rainbow wrote: I have got several kayaks so why don't you come out with me one day to show me how good you are. The tuna season lasts until the end of April on the West Coast which should give you plenty of time to get a bit of condition on and get rid of some of your beer gut. A 40km paddle will sort you out. You wont be able to drag your big arse up the ramp. Rainbow |
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