Its flat-sided body reacts sharply to every twitch, slash, and pause, throwing off erratic darts, hard rolls, and sudden flashes that trigger bites from pressured, sluggish, or cold-water bass
The rear drag can be easily adjusted to provide optimum tension for each scenario
For sale here is a D.L. Robichaud 2.8" Traditional fly reel in excellent used condition. The Traditional series came in 7 sizes, this is the #4. RHW with a fixed check. Fully machined, black side plates, silver frame and spool. The S-handle is counterbalanced, and the reel is incredibly smooth with a pleasant click. A few nicks and scratches to the rims and light mounting marks to the foot. 2.8" diameter, spool width is 7/8" and the reel weighs 4.3oz. Robichaud reels were made in the 1990's and they represent a perfect pairing of modern materials and timeless design. The #4 is a great 4wt reel, although some may prefer it with a 3wt or 5wt. Sold in a shearling lined suede zipper case
Also, on many local lakes, bluegill will retreat into deeper waters during winter months
You don't want the line surpassing the spool sides as the line might twist or wrap on top of the spool and cause some issues later on