Fishermen may be confused about the perfect grease to keep their fishing reels smooth. Some users want to use Vaseline, oil, and WD40, but they are not so good for having a sound fishing reel for a long time. I would not recommend Vaseline to apply to the gears of a reel if there is …
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Saltwater fishing is a common term among fishermen because fish fished from the sea are more valuable than local fish. But saltwater fishing is totally different. The best way to take care of your fishing reel is to clean it after every fishing trip in saltwater. The presence of salt in the water makes it …
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A fishing reel is a complicated device with tiny metal parts and bearings. So, taking adequate care of a spinning reel can keep it safe and good for a long time. Greasing and oiling are the two necessary tasks for a fishing reel. They keep your reel operational and make it long-lasting. Moreover, the greasing …
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Saltwater corrosion is a common problem with modern fishing reels. The consequence of corrosion is so bad that it can damage the metal parts of the reel. But vinegar can remove green corrosion from the fishing reel and keep the reel free from dirt. So, let’s check how you can apply vinegar to clean the …
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The term “anti-reverse” is common among fishermen who use spinning reels. The feature prevents the reel from turning backward. It also engages the drag and helps the user catch fish efficiently. This feature is related to comfort fishing and allows the ‘back-reel’ rather than the drag. So, the anti-reverse fishing system helps you fight a …
Fishing rods are the most common tool to hunt fish. Generally, modern fishing rods can last for 20–50 years. But, your fishing rod may be broken or inappropriate for use for several reasons. It may be gradually damaged if you are careless about it. Moreover, any unwanted accident may break the rod. But what can …
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Repairing the drag system on a spincast reel is a very important task after disassembling it. When you find that your fishing reel is not working properly because of your problematic drag system, you should repair or replace it. Repairing the drag system is a much preferable task to replacing it because it is cheaper. …
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The drag mechanism on the fishing reel needs to be perfect. Setting the drag on a spinning reel without a scale may be challenging because you do not have a perfect measurement. But it is not impossible. How to Set Drag on a Spinning Reel Without a Scale? The following steps show you how you …
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Necessary tools A flat-head screwdriver A plier Spincast reel disassembly: Step-by-step guide Loosen the cover screw The cover of the spincast reel is attached to the reel with a cover screw. First, you should use a flat-head screwdriver to loosen the cover screw. But, removing the screw is not necessary to take the cover off. …
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The Shakespeare reel is a popular one among fishing lovers. If you can take care of it properly, it will last a long time. But careless use can damage its tiny internal parts, and you need to open the reel to fix it. So here is the process of disassembling a Shakespeare reel. Bonus: Dissamble …
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