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There is an interesting thing here

You might find at first you need to apply more to the braking system to avoid backlashing the reel, but over time you can begin to back off as you learn how to apply the appropriate amount of tension to the spool using your thumb

Running a 7.2:1 gear ratio in the size most relevant to pike (150), the Shimano SLX XT 150 retrieves line quickly enough for burning spinnerbaits or picking up slack on a jerkbait pause, while still delivering enough torque for medium-sized swimbaits

The 2 4 kg (VRT4-S702L) two piece is significantly stronger than my older 3.0, and matched to a 2500 sized reel, is easily capable of wrestling as big a snapper as you will find

So it has been through some great real-life, on-the-water tests