Polymer-stainless hybrid PT bearings
Each reel is designed to hold a certain amount of backing in addition to the fly line typically 100-150 yards, or more when you get into the larger reels
However, because ULers place a high priority on weight savings, its just as common to see streamlined one-person designs for solo hikers
Of course, with an older reel and the older basic friction plate drag systems, this isnt particularly reliable, because unlike the newer hydrothermal drags, the old gear can start to lose or increase drag as soon as it starts to overheat, and consequently, you cant be sure of whats really happening as the fish gets down into the bottom half of the spool
Best Spinning Reel: Shimano Stradic FL Pros Sealed, durable frame High line capacity Strong drag Cons Not ideal for large lures Not made for cranking Key Features (4000) Max Drag: 24 pounds Weight: 9.2 ounces Braid Capacity: 180/30 Gear Ratio: 6.0.1, 6.2:1, and 6:4:1 Look, lets get it out of the way right now