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While lighter fishing reels might prioritise maximum smoothness, barbel reels need bearings that can handle the extra strain of powerful runs and sustained pressure without failing

Dave (19m 21s): Okay

A better move is to look at the rods line and lure weight ratings

A fast and powerful drag adapts to the fight, and the spool ultra-slow oscillating aluminum supports both nylon and Braided Fishing Line with a line clip, and a line guide system

True weedless designs use one or more of these features to prevent snagging while still exposing enough hook to catch fish: Recessed / buried hook point: The hook tip is tucked into the soft plastic body (Texas rig, Neko rig, weedless swimbait)

That means I can easily go from pausing the lure to retrieving slowly for the ultimate finesse action