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* an easy, fast-opening bail or pick-up arm which will close automatically with the retrieve * an anti-reverse clutch (on medium-sized and larger reels) which will not permit the handle to turn backward while playing or netting a fish, or when trolling * a right handle if you are left-handed * cross level-winding to minimize tangled loop-casting; a long leg so that the line can balloon off the spool and into the gathering guide without slapping the rod * at least one extra spool for a different-sized line * a folding handle for convenient storage * and readily available parts replacements Before buying your spinning reel, test the slip drag adjustment to see that it can be set precisely, and that the setting neither slips or changes tension while the spool rotates. Outside of the obvious spinning feature, this slip-drag clutch is perhaps the reel's greatest contribution to the fine and far-off angling. If it is properly adjusted, the angler cannot overstrike his trophy fish or over hold him when he makes a run. The anti-reverse is a splendid feature when tackling large game fish. In fighting large fish, it relieves the left hand from the unnecessary effort of fighting the handle, and when the fish stops and gives, the handle may be wound with the lock remaining in the on position. By pumping, raising the rod and reeling in the slack line as the tip is lowered quickly, the line can be regained.
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