Salt Water Shore fishing: Why use a Conventional Fishing Reel vs Spinning reel?

Salt Water shore fishing varies from beach fishing, pier fishing and jetty fishing to fishing brackish marshy shorelines. A conventional reel will sometimes be more effective than a spinning reel, and vice versa. Different terrains sometimes call for specialized gear. Today we are talking about when you should use conventional fishing reels and when you should use the standard spinning reel.
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[@HeySkipper]

Y’all are the best. We are trying to answer as many people as we can. But we may not be able to answer everyone! Hope you enjoyed our little adventure.

[@christianmorriswilliams7072]

Senko Skipper oh by the way do you have the fish brain app? If you do please let me know so I can add you

[@smv1013]

I live in Cali tell me the spot plzzzz😩 🤧I won’t ruin it.

[@sandiemejermller7650]

Senko Skipper hey Senko , my name is Steffen and i am writing from my wifes account wich is why the name says Sandie , anyway i am a fan of yor channel and your awsome videos , I live in Denmark and was wondering if you would ever consider visiting this little country to do some surf casting :) ?, you see here it is a novelty to some extent and i am curious what species can be caught here with the exception of cods and herring and the occasional trout, what do you say ? :) , thank you for all the videos, looking forwad to some more :) , perhaps some ouside the US .

[@calebshanks340]

Was a great vid but I prefer spinning myself.

[@texican8441]

Is that braid on that penn

[@pitbolo266]

Was hard watching you wind in on a loose drag while fish was running

[@loucifer323]

Never reel in when your drag is going you'll twist the line plus tighting your drag

[@thualfagarmaryouch9114]

I see uncle phill back there with that puff bar

[@sithic2241]

Was the first thing I came for the comments for lmao

[@sithic2241]

Dudes just enjoying his evening chilling lol

[@musicofthesoul7383]

Try tightening ur drag. Its spinning waay too much. Thats why u didnt catch that last fish

[@POPOkakaFURZ]

and maybe also dont reel in while the fish is pulling line

[@NomeSayin9]

And get rid of them damn bells too it's not Christmas yet lol

[@alejandro3485]

I wanted to reach through the video and grab the rod

[@rebepalma2430]

J-mac 😂

[@alphaomega9387]

what's a drag?

[@damianowens5066]

Hi I have read quite a few comments about why you lost your fish! Fish do get away sometimes that's why it's called fishing and not even catching, it's all part of the game! 🎣👍

[@marquezfamily2378]

Sup Senko, been fishing with conventional reels for some time I realize that taking off the line laying control increases your casting distance. Here in Hawaii we use the pen senators 4/0 and up for ulua fishing with 13 foot poles. I always wet the line before casting lessons the burn on the thumbs when casting a sinker. And yes still get that birds nest even after all these years. Keep doing what you, tight lines and Aloha from Hawaii.

[@RonDevito]

Are these the 100-lb fish you hurl a sinker out, then use a second rod and slide a big bait out with a mechanism that travels over the the line from the first rod?

[@marquezfamily2378]

@@RonDevito it's one of the ways we fish called hang bait. In the mainland they call it trolley fishing. Other ways is to cast out a heavy sinker 6oz to 12oz to break away line. Bait is slid down fish sets the hook and the slide stops at a buckle. Lead line breaks and the figh begins.

[@jrudmanjr]

You should do a video on “how to scale your drag”. It’s basically setting the drag at a percentage of the line weights breaking strength using a hand held fishing scale, around 25%.You’d be surprised how tight your drag should be for 10-12 lb. braids.

[@HeySkipper]

Very interesting video idea, thanks for the suggestion!

[@yousifa4002]

“No need to refrigerate it as long as u keep it in room temperature or in a refrigerator”

[@jpk3582]

He is saying you can keep it in room temperature, or if you want to put it in refrigerator.😂😂😂🤔🤔

[@MythicRealTrap]

FPS Gaming He meant no need to put it the freezer. If you have common sense then you would know what he exactly meant 🤡

[@bobscruggs8886]

I bought my first bait caster rod and line for $ 2. 98 cents back in the 1950's guess I'm old anyway I do a lot of surf fishing here in Florida and using top gear like Shimano's spinning reels in the $ 200 range even though I rinse after each use I found bearings have a habit of seize up or something else breaks after a year or so I send them back to factory some times in a baggie since I can't seem to repair or fix myself Shimano charges $ 25 and normally sends me a new reel which takes 6 to 7 weeks to get back what a great service but a loss of fish time. I recently purchased a Seigler SM bait caster multipier reel lifetime warranty spooled with 20lb mono and a 12foot surf rod I can cast further than my surf spinning reel outfits with less sinker weight and the control of big brutes is much better and I actually out cast an air launch bait tube guy on the beach today. I can take a part a bait caster and do a deep clean and grease without any problems but my hands and those small screws defeat me every time especially the bailer. True it takes time to learn to throw the multiplier reel but once you do you will be using the spinner much less.

[@HeySkipper]

Thanks for sharing, bob! I love hearing your story about buying that baitcaster for $2.98! What kind was it? I love those vintage reels 😁

[@1shawnv1]

What 12” Rod did you use with that reel? I’m looking to purchase a surf setup now, all of my reels are spinning reels

[@shivjuicinwr142]

Bob Scruggs so you're about 60?

[@bobscruggs8886]

Almost 77

[@bobscruggs8886]

can't remember I used it for Carp fishing and would sell the Carp for $ 1- 2 then buy a Pepsi and cupcakes then get back $ . 02 cents foe refund on bottle things sure have changed.

[@alexrodriguez9271]

Dude you guys are awesome. Both of you are extremely unorthodox but extremely informational for new fishermen/women. You remind me a lot of myself when I was learning to fish. Keep up the great work and keep the vids come. Blessings to you guys and the fam!! 👍🏻🐠🐟

[@HeySkipper]

Thanks for the kind words, alex! Haha we like to keep it a little unorthodox as long as we are helping people 👍🏼 we appreciate you watching and commenting. Thanks for being part of our community

[@peterbrucker798]

4 years later I'd bet you would fight that fish a little different?

[@Elmaspinche]

tighten your drag that why you lost that fish they will bend your hook fast so you have to get them in as fast as possible

[@HeySkipper]

Next time 😭

[@mikeries8549]

Last night I hooked up with what had to be a 20# flathead. Had it at the gunwhale on the boat. It had been spinning a lot. That's what they do. At the last second it flipped it's tail and spit the lure into the boat. Waved bye bye with it's right fin then splashed me with it's tail. Was using a pretty light rig with 20# test braided line. Rhino rod. El cheepo. At least I got to see mine. ;)

[@christianmorriswilliams7072]

I have caught a 24 pound black drum on my 7'6" hurricane calico jack rod with the boca size 5 reel with 12 pound mono with a 20 pound shock

[@HeySkipper]

😵😵 that must have been a crazy fun fight!

[@christianmorriswilliams7072]

It was nail biting.

[@Michael10293]

Uncle Bill's a vape god

[@chalo186ga]

Just a humble piece of advice you never keep reeling when the fish is running, hence why you lost the fish. Live and learn. Good video and tight lines.

[@CheeNO_007]

This young grasshopper has alot to learn!

[@jasonsfishingagain312]

Hey, where's this secret spot I'm not supposed to ask about? Couldn't resist.

[@ReelGuyTv]

For the big sharks and tarpon I like the conventional reels too. Might swap out my spinning reels for the smaller fish one of these days to see how it feels but for big guys a conventional setup is king.

[@johnwilliams2711]

Sorry to hear your Dad has passed on. Love your vids.

[@StanleyOrchard]

Been using a Penn Int (also a gift from my dad) for many years, caught great fish off her. We use it at the beach for our own videos! Great content, thanks for posting man and happy fishing!

[@50ShadesOfDamon69]

Love the penn reels but are a pain to cast. Spinning reals are just easier for constant casting etc.. really depends on where you’re at.

[@HeySkipper]

Agreed man. Spinning is more convenient

[@50ShadesOfDamon69]

Senko Skipper if you have the current they are nice to just drop and let drift. Issue here in Florida, as you explained is the wind. It’s rare that we have a fishing day without 5-15 mile an hour gusts and the backlash..... The thing is the gearing on the penn vs my van staals.. it’s actually pretty fair comparison but on the smaller reels you just don’t get the power..

[@ccrxotlslszx4472]

Great fishing dude! Striper fishing is the best! My favorite along with Corvina. I think its amazing to be able to catch them from the bank like that! A lot less expensive than a boat for sure. But if I may, one thing I noticed that you are doing in the excitement is reeling against the drag while your fish is pulling line. This causes your line to twist up and its hard on your drag system. But your a great fisherman!

[@pabpab871]

Thanks for sharing. It was fun to watch! Notice that your line is twisted on your spinning reel? Every crank against the drag puts another twist on your line. You have to tighten down the drag a bit or pump the rod and take up the slack . Have fun!

[@SmokeSolo1975]

Bad advice saying to use the free float tensioner to control the spool. It adds pressure to the spindle and cauae wear to the spindle. Get a reel with a braking system, either centrifugal or magnetic. The use of using the free float use to be the way untill reels were made with more effiecient systems to slow the spool down

[@bxfugitivo]

Broo i felt your pain 100% 😱😱😱🙈. That happened to me with a monster blue last season . Jumped twice on me and i ended up losing it by the rocks.

[@Cwnidog]

We've all been there Brendan. The nice thing (and trust me, I'm a Red Sox fan so I lived this for almost 50 years) is that there's always next time.

[@OG_Hundo]

I'm 54 y/o and my grandfather taught me how to fish when I was 8. He had a Penn Senator reel. I wish I still had it :(

[@rogueandreel1357]

Man, I felt that loss in my hands too! Hopefully another day will bring you better luck!

[@CarlosBadCo]

I really loved the educational moment for the baitcast conventional reel!

[@yanjijay6752]

Want to see a catch & cook for strip bass like fresh from the ocean or river .

[@HeySkipper]

Yesss. But first I must catch a legal size!

[@yanjijay6752]

Senko Skipper ok thanks but what's the legal size for them

[@HeySkipper]

All depends on the time of year. During summer I think it goes down to 20” minimum

[@epicwizardlizards]

Senko Skipper its 19 now

[@maaifoediedelarey4335]

I like the baitcasters, that is, those with magnetic brake, in addition to the normal star drag. Set to 5, it's the best of both worlds.

[@ertren6]

If you have proper thumb control, you should be able to set the brakes to 0. Those things cast a lot further without brakes

[@maaifoediedelarey4335]

@@ertren6 Yes, of course, however essentially if you do that though, you are talking about the traditional multiplier reels which I grew up with (and still have), like the Penn 49, Penn 500L, up to modern day versions like the Daiwa Saltiga, Shimano Thorium etc. These are not baitcasters though, have no magnetic (or even centrifugal) brakes, and mostly lack level winders as well, it's just you, your thumb and the open reel (though the spool tension knob is crucial using those reels). So why/when would I use a baitcaster instead of them ? When I'm casting and retrieving paddletail jigheads, spoons etc whilst standing chest deep in strong tide. Use the traditional multiplier you describe only makes sense if you want to cast a fresh bait in deep onto a sandbank without much wading, and then either stand with your rod, or put it into a rodholder for another rod cast. Different things have different uses, I still use both kinds for both uses, as described.

[@ertren6]

@@maaifoediedelarey4335 I'm only familiar with current baitcasters lol. I have no experience in the ones you're talking about. Definitely wanna look into them now. Thanks

[@allansisson355]

I know that feeling and I've had that look on my face. Great job with the camera and the editing. Caught what fishing is all about, and the true moment. Spinning reel all the way.

[@HeySkipper]

Haha, thank you! It was still a great day of fishing. Appreciate you commenting 👍🏼

[@leapyear9460]

You might consider using a true circle hook that turns in on itself. Was hard to see yours but it seemed it may not have been. Once hooked up on a circle it's rare the fish can shake it. Thanks for this video it gives me confidence to surf cast my penn 500

[@Anthony-jh5xc]

Not sure if anyone has ever told you but you are never supposed to crank a spinning reel if the fish is going for a run and peeling your drag. Reason: you'll get line twist. Something that will equally ruin the hell out of your day as much as overrun will. The proper way is the pull up on the rod (not high sticking) then on the way down crank. If you're not getting line twist then maybe it doesn't matter. As far as conventional reels/baitcasters if you're fishing at night into the sunrise I prefer a spinning outfit since you can't see a damn thing at night to manage the overruns. Other than that I prefer a conventional because they cast smoother, less chance of line twist, and typically are more rugged and stronger, though spinning reels now are pretty strong. Keep up the good videos and I hope the best for your success with fishing and your business. Tight lines.

[@Anthony-jh5xc]

There's not a lot of documentation out there, and if you're interested in learning about cranking into the drag, this pro talks about it at 1:00 into his video about line twist. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJOmfnqJoqZ6qZY

[@ChrisxStyleZ]

ngl...when you asked us audience if it made sense (4:25) i laughed when your camera operator "mmhmm" too

[@mitchmoe6224]

Avet reels make a great conventional lever drag reel with magnetic cast control. After using the SX model for a while I bought an Avet SX Raptor 2 speed that works ridiculously well for fishing bridge pilings and kayak.

[@frostizz2072]

But they cost alot

[@badass.bob1]

Would love to see more baitcaster info

[@hotchihuahua1546]

I’m sure the fish appreciates your food preparation skills ! 😁 Thanks for the lesson and happy fishing ! 👍

[@rachelbeharry7363]

This man helped me use a whole conventional reel

[@FishHuntingJediKnigh]

That particular conventional is pretty tough to cast for distance without a back-lash. The best conventionals on the market: Akios, Daiwa Millionaire and Abu Garcia Blue Yonder. Those are specifically designed for surf casting.

[@frostizz2072]

Any good budget ones under 200

[@Derek6765]

Pump the rod and then reel and tighten drag. Good video!

[@srdjanobradovic9382]

You forget to mention that handle of the spinning reel can be moved to the left or the right side of the reel so it is convenient for both left and right handers. Conventional reel is always rod in the ler ft hand, reel handle in the right.

[@sugarsnap7883]

looks like you culda had your drag a little tighter for that one that got away on the spinning reel. Fish only needs to pull drag on its hardest runs,.. nice video, great reel info, remember to mention the advantage of spinning reels for casting lighter rigs and lures, simce the conventional needs some weight to throw.

[@BlokeOnAMotorbike]

love my baitrunners. I got a few Shakespeare Beta 60FS reels for fast river trolling to lake float, I'm looking at loading one up with 30lb braid and using it for surfcasting.

[@chepachii]

Was a very enjoyable vid. You really captured the session and bought the vibe to people. All the best.

[@stephenjohnson3390]

When you cast, try turning the reel to the side on the follow through. It works with the Avet reels.

[@HeySkipper]

Thanks for the tip!

[@aubreyowen5146]

Try a reel that is not a level wind. maybe a slosh 30. Its a GREAT surf fishing reel and will handle the fish you can catch from the surf! Great vids!!

[@loucifer323]

For salt water I use mostly casting reels for the power a small casting reel will have more power than a large spinning reel

[@eightgeorge]

Your uncle Bill must be loving it over there in the US. Over here that would be a lifetime catch. He say's it's alright lol, you guys are so lucky here at the other end of the Atlantic we are not so lucky.

[@shawnweed265]

This was a great overview. I like that Penn. It's a real classic. Nice size too.

[@tomconnally7961]

enjoyed your videos for the last 5-6years keep up the videos

[@kotarofujii6336]

Nice vid guys! I get soo frustrated using conventional reels. After the 2nd or 3rd birds nest I end up back to the spinning reels lol.

[@alexvej1]

Agree.waist of money

[@samwood1799]

We call those Multiplier reels over the pond though ideally we wouldn't use one with a guide (for casting we use those ones on boats) because it reduces the casting distance, saying that I still use my cheap NGT FRL-LS3000 reel for casting and that has a guide. Also if you want to get even more distance from it try learning to pendulum cast :)

[@jason7371]

Can't wait to use the salted squid, thanks guys

[@harryseeto]

Aww was hoping you would land that striper, was going to be a good fish. The drag was a bit too loose, not enough tension. Also when the fish is running, stop reeling, you were twisting your line when the drag is spinning and you are reeling. I also fish with blood worms. When you put the blood worm on your hook, try to put the whole worm on the hook and go all the way up the hook and up the leader with the blood worm from the mouth end to the tail end with out poking out of the worm. This keeps all the juicy blood from coming out all over your hand and stays inside the worm. The worms blood will last longer in the water and have a stronger scent in the water. You can cast super far with out any of the worm breaking off as well. Sometimes I can land 2 Stripers with the same worm, as the worm will still be on the hook after it has been hit. Love the channel, love the videos. Fish On!! :D

[@johnfrank8403]

That shot for the outro was an amazing setup - nice job Erin!!!

[@HeySkipper]

Thanks John!! I appreciate it! 😊

[@hugoosarion4775]

One day , we will see skipper teach his son how to fish, and the cycle of fishing will continue, i have spoken .

[@joshd2013]

Don't know if u know or not but on the spinner u shouldn't wind while you reel is screaming you'll wear out the bearings and put a twist in the line tighten it up and reel in when its stopped screaming

[@wjl1988504]

*Very convenient,not bulky has a good feel in the hand I did order a second one which is much shorter in length for short casting. If you’re not fishing for sharks it’s a great deal.*

[@gerardhipchen8757]

Thanks I have a baitcaster and you helped me to learn to use it

[@herbertmeade348]

Do not wind while he is taking line...you are putting twist in your line...love your vidios.You two make a nice couple and seems as though you two really are enjoying life!

[@justsomerandommfer]

I was told to not reel against the drag. I always do it and I have "learned" several times the hard way to try and not do it. I end up having to respool every time.

[@dkat1108]

Now you know how your buddy Louie feels in your other video....The big one that go away ....so many fish! so so many, that feeling sticks with us all.

[@benahrens5163]

Good video. 👍🏻🎣When the Fish is taking drag let it run. When you reel as the drag is running you’re actually horsing the fish and that’s when you lose it. Sorry that looked like a good one.

[@richteghtmeyer5417]

Love your channel man. Keep doing what you’re doing. Learning a lot from you. By the way, what’s your uncle smoking in the background back there? Lol. I saw him puffing on something right after you lost that fish.

[@calallen8786]

I use leverdrag conventional reel for bigger bait and cast it out far on land, bridges, jetty using whole or cut bait in Florida. Only time I use spinning is artificial, smaller baits. But one of my friends can cast a 50w, 80w, 12/0, 9/0 but I can't haha

[@gmbotond]

Beautiful ending

[@Stonehands43]

Really wish we got to see the one that got away. It was a big one!

[@Flamearrow54]

Thx for the help man on the conventional rod tips

[@HeySkipper]

Sure!

[@rossginn1171]

11:00 to 11:12 is my favorite part of this video. What he was thinking to himself was that the drag was way to loose,,,,

[@kaestongchannel9221]

good evening po happy to watch your blog completely ..i learned alot God Bless po

[@EndlessWeekendlife]

4:30 Great tip. Always wondered how but not wanting to risk it. Cheers

[@BasicFishingNZ]

hope ur giant stripe bass hunt goes well. for me its spinning reels any day. easy to maintain, look after n operate. overheads tbh requires too many attention its not exactly fun. usually wen i go light tackle i use 2500 and for surfcasting 6000 - 8000 sized reels

[@HeySkipper]

Understandable! I use mostly spinning myself. Thanks for sharing!

[@steveg8322]

Basic_Fishing You're missing a lot of fun.See Asian angler Gong Lei's videos of what can be done with baitcasting reels in expert hands,you'll be floored.

[@terrencewrigley8860]

Basic_Fishing i find the multiplier reels are the type of thing that are for people that want to look fancy when they fish like fly fishermen.lol i do all kinds of finishing and i do prefer a spinning reel in fresh water but i prefer round reels for strippers

[@terrencewrigley8860]

Steve G i get out around 160yards with bate and 6oz but usually the old man that is not even standing to cast and using the same Bates as me catches more than anyone. Usually once you got a line in the water you got a chance and most of the action is 30ft to 60ft out so spinning reels are all good and some people don't think the added confusion is worth it. It's like driving stick is fun for some and not for others. Getting birds nestled with new line is like doing a burnout and sliding into a tree lol.

[@steveg8322]

@@terrencewrigley8860 I use all three types of reels.When flyfishing fish will only take lures that can't be cast with either spinning or baitcasting, once some very large trout were feeding on insects that were as small as ground black pepper, if you didn't fly fish you just didn't catch any.As for baitcasting, it's no big deal to lay out long smooth casts and put a lure exactly where you want it.Spinning is the most versatile tackle there is,but it doesn't have the accuracy of baitcasting nor can it throw the nearly weightless flies to rising fish.No need to feel bad if you don't happen to baitcast or fly fish do what is most fun for you.

[@CaptainANess]

im sure he learned a hard lesson rewatching this and peeping the comments abjout the drag. you def check your drag every hookup now lmao

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

A reason i like spinning reels with rear drag is the ease of ajustment playing big fish!

[@garythompson1800]

Just a little advise brother. Stop realing when drag is slipping and you'll have better luck. Bu continuing to real when the drag is slipping you add twist to the line which puts torque on the hook

[@johnsurf509]

Your big strike your drag was a little loose.Good strike!!Good video

[@albertvanzyl9680]

I think everyone started on spinning reels. I have used Penn conventional reels and personally I prefer a spinning reel, like I would always go back to my Shimano Sienna 2500RD or hande-me-down Diawa Opus 5000.

[@ironsaber2]

mackerel is the best striper bait I've found and here in East coast Canada they are plentiful

[@kevinharding3356]

nice to see you back

[@azzbulla]

Them feels when they spit the hook :( outro song was a perfect accompaniment haha. Head up Brendon you'll pump the next one :)

[@KevinEdgar]

9:38 fish pulls drag "be careful be careful" hahhaha

[@fishingegypt8882]

Great episode, we need to learn more about the conventional reels please

[@montbash4816]

I bought x Shimano Ultegra CI4+ 14000 XSC Reel - ULTCI414000XSC £219.99 just four weeks leg broken , I sent it back to shimano they told me this not their problem , the body is not steel was composite, I don’t recommended for any one

[@iusoloman1527]

Awe,.. I know that feeling all too well. Better luck next time. I would suggest NOT reeling while fish is pulling drag. Still,.. Love the videos. Keep them coming.

[@HeySkipper]

😭😭😭 thanks for watching. I’ll try to remember that next time

[@michaelthomas4156]

My friend, Your "drag" too loose. When reeling you cant have line still being pulled off as much as you did. You lost pressure on the fish. I am sure you figured this out by now. Cool video enjoyed watching.

[@southernfishing4123]

Sorry I missed the live broadcast it’s crazy right now in Sarasota Florida we got the 88 Daniel tarpon tournament so that’s been a bit nuts got the CCA tagged red fish catch and release there’s all kind of fish you can enter in to that thing and the freshwater FWC has tournament year around so it’s crazy right now love the videos I have both conventional and spinning and I just depends on where I’m fishing and for what?😎

[@grss2a224]

That big fish lost on the baitrunner was because the drag wasnt tight enough to set the hook and the fish just held onto it... Where i fish there are bigger and i would set drag tight enough to reel it in but enough for the fish to pull line out

[@FloatTubeCharlie]

In the arms of an angel

[@juangiralt8498]

Your face at the end of video is priceless, every fishermen has had that face one time or another. Keep it up senko that 30 lbs. Will come soon

[@HeySkipper]

Haha thanks Juan. It will keep me coming back for sure lol

[@jacksonshui6167]

Uncle bill seems like a cool dude

[@fishingwithme9545]

I'm a devout spinning reel user. Spinners over baitcasters at night, casting into the wind, fishing in the rain and braid makes them shine. As far as casting distance it's a wash I have thrown 24oz on a spinner you just need a leather finger guard and you can bomb it.

[@HeySkipper]

Wow I just sliced my finger open recently casting too heavy on braid. I’m going to look into that leather guard! Thanks for sharing!

[@scottminarich6313]

Great advice on your videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@tayshaunjohnson3111]

Great vids been with u since 14k love your videos

[@HeySkipper]

You are the best!

[@YoloMoloPolo300]

Been here since 1, I win.

[@douglasfletcher6746]

What rod do you have with the 975?

[@raymondjones1866]

I agree with the accuracy with casting with conventional reels but can't use braided line on them it don't pack tight on the spool like mono had to take it off my ABU 6500 CL Big Game that I souped up with ceramic spool bearings dual bearing worm gear with ceramic paw and a dual bearing drive cog for the level wind it blows up with braid and does the same with my Blue Yonder

[@baxtertribe9825]

Hey Brandon and family I was wondering what is a good rod for beginners and kids? I really enjoy the videos keep up the good work 👊🏾

[@mahamadelfakir5385]

I have always liked conventional reels

[@andrepopa6162]

melfakir elfakir me too

[@henrymeyergarvey1947]

There really cool I love them it's just I don't own one, what's a good conventional reel?

[@twutle]

avet reels

[@dannydnice1]

The conventional reels with out a level wind are a true test in casting. Thumb control has to be on point