The Catch Reel Gear Ratio

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  1. Spruyzie

    Spruyzie Member

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    Hey guys,

    I'm a bit confused about reels gear ratio.
    Is it better to rock a 5.2:1 or 4.9:1 for example.

    Thanks in advance.
     
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  2. carper2k

    carper2k New Member

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    The higher the first number
    The more line that is retrieved for each turn of the handle
    So 5.2 retrieves more than 4.9
     
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  3. Spruyzie

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    Ok thank you very much :D
     

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