Specs
Rod Power Explained
Ultralight through extra heavy and how to match power to line and lure weight.
Reel Size Guide
What 2500, 3000, and other reel sizes mean for balance and capacity.
Gear Ratio Guide
How reel speed changes lure control, hooksets, and retrieve style.
Line Types Breakdown
Monofilament vs braid vs fluorocarbon and when to use each.
Reel Specifications
Technical definitions of reel specs and their measurements.
Reel Size
A numerical designation indicating the physical size and spool capacity of the reel. Higher numbers indicate larger reels with greater line capacity and heavier overall weight.
Gear Ratio
The ratio of spool rotations to handle rotations, expressed as X:1. This determines how much line is retrieved per handle turn.
Maximum Drag
The maximum resistance force, measured in pounds, that the drag system can apply before automatically releasing line under tension.
Ball Bearings
The number of ball bearings within the reel mechanism that reduce friction and provide smooth operation during rotation.
Line Capacity
The maximum amount of fishing line that can be spooled onto the reel, typically specified for different line types and pound tests.
Reel Type
The mechanical design category that determines how line is dispensed from the spool: spinning, baitcasting, or conventional.