The premium carbon fiber drag washers in the Kestrel deliver smooth stopping power. The Kestrel also gives you a 6.2:1 gear ratio for a tremendous balance of torque and speed with a line retrieve of 28.4 inches per turn (IPT) of the handle. This reel balances well on any finesse fishing rod and is a great choice for targeting bass, trout, crappies and other panfish
Since the hooks are exposed on a chatterbait, you can get away with the stretch of monofilament or fluorocarbon
The following shows four circa-1906 reels that are easily disassembled without tools
Our decision process of what makes the best Method feeder reels takes into account various factors including price point, cranking power, build quality and usability to ensure we can give you the best advice on factors that will make an actual different to your angling, rather than confuse you with a load of specifications
Thirty-Degree Orientation: Angled design positions compatible fishing rods for trolling, storage, and other onboard fishing applications