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jonsussex
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jonsussex
   Old Thread  #3 7 Jul 2025 at 4.47pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #2
Thank you. That makes sense
cheers .
Baitman
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Baitman
   Old Thread  #2 7 Jul 2025 at 2.39pm  1  Login    Register
In reply to Post #1
The baitrunner mechanism isn't offering as much range as the normal drag on a reel.
A front drag can lock up better than a rear drag.
The rear drag style traditional baitrunners will have a range from freespool to semi tight, but are really not suitable for "locking up" style fishing.
If you overtighten a rear drag it can be very erratic, gripping but then suddenly slipping with little control when the pull hits a certain pressure.
This is why many people prefer a front drag on bigger reels.
jonsussex
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jonsussex
   Old Thread  #1 7 Jul 2025 at 1.26pm  0  Login    Register
Hi All
A bit of a random one for all the baitrunner users. When the baitrunner is engaged and i tighten the baitrunner drag right up should it still be possible to mover the spool using a decent amount of force.
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