To cast a baitcasting reel, I disengage the spool release, hold the spool with my thumb, swing the rod, remove my thumb at the end of the arch and let the lure fly
At one time, most pros limited their use to the morning hours or in low-light conditions, but now theyre commonly used throughout the day, and throughout the seasons
The control knob is in place to control the tightness of the spool itself, intended to be adjusted for differing lure weights, while the magnetic brake is there to finely tune the reel
A well-designed grip can make all the difference, especially when youre learning the finer points of thumb control
They can even draw strikes from the most evasive Bream, Flathead and Salmon