[17] The unusual atop-the-rod mounting position of baitcasting reels is an accident of history, [17] as they were originally designed to be cast when positioned atop the rod, then rotate upside-down to operate the crank handle with the left hand while retrieving the line
Penn utilizes a direct-drive handle design on this reel
I was so impressed, in fact, that I bought another one, though this one a 1000 model
This year, on consecutive outings, I broke my two favorite fly rods, an Orvis Clearwater and a TFO Drift Rod
Underspin Reel Operation When the line release lever/trigger is lifted up by the forefinger (usually the index finger of the rod-holding hand), the line catch inside the reel disengages and retracts, and the line is free to slide off the fixed spool