Reel
Round reel
How to fish a round reel for Spinning, Trolling.
Characteristics
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Spool
Revolving
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Mount
Over
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Drag
Star
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Retrieve
Manual
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Anti-reverse
Yes
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Habitats
Freshwater, Saltwater
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Methods
Spinning, Trolling
Round frame
Cylindrical metal housing encloses the revolving spool for heavy-duty trolling.
Star drag
Multi-pointed star wheel adjusts line tension during aggressive fish runs.
Handle
Double-paddle crank arm provides leverage for retrieving heavy saltwater fish.
What fish can you catch with a round reel?
What is a round reel used for?
A round reel is the classic cylindrical baitcast body for heavier freshwater and inshore work.
How is a round reel different from similar gear?
It is a baitcast body, not a conventional lever-drag. More line capacity than a low-profile, less boat-oriented than conventional.
When should you use a round reel?
Fish it when you want baitcast control with extra backing for pike, catfish, or inshore drums.
What problems does a round reel solve?
It holds more line than a compact low-profile without stepping up to a boat conventional.
Round reel size chart
Common sizes and ratings for this part of the kit.
- 5000 5.3:1 6 kg
- 5500 5.3:1 8 kg
- 6500 6.3:1 12 kg