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Now take your spool of line and push a pen (or anything similar) through the centre hole in the spool before peeling off a yard or so of line

When the reel got to me, it was very sticky and near zero performance

Summary Choosing the right baitcasting reel involves understanding the key features and matching them to your specific fishing needs

[17] Early baitcasting reels were often constructed with brass or iron gears, with casings and spools made of brass, German silver or hard rubber

[22] Fishing reels typically have their own line guide specifications, and it is essential to not exceed the maximum limit on the diameter and length of the line it can accommodate