The two-speed gearing provides tactical advantages throughout the fightuse high speed to gain line quickly, then shift to low speed for maximum cranking power when the fish sounds or runs deep
When a fish pulls on the line, the pawl applies pressure to the gear teeth, creating friction and slowing down the speed at which the spool rotates
Sand crabs tend to be more readily available and less of a process, but Id be curious to compare these on a large scale

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This early summer confirms that bass are targeting small prey