Once it settles on the sand, I slowly let the line slip through my fingers until the board comes to a gradual stop
Changing tactics: if one technique isnt working it often pays to try something different, which may require changing the type of line you use
Brown Trout, Roach, Mozzi Minnow, Rainbow Trout, Galaxia, Mountain Trout, Gudgeon, Redband, Raw Prawn, King Prawn, Cooked Prawn, Bully, Brook, Redfin, Yellow Pearl, Paceys Perch, Pink Tiger, Lumo, Bumble Bee, Spawning Trout, Salmon Parr, Christmas Beetle, Clown, Aqua Minnow and a range of UV options
But if you are looking to step up from your first rod this would be a great buy
If you really really want a slightly slower gear ratio and can live with the hexagon shaft handle, then I guess getting one of these JDM reels is not a bad idea