{"id":1167,"date":"2022-09-03T11:38:26","date_gmt":"2022-09-03T05:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcneesereels.com\/?p=1167"},"modified":"2022-09-15T12:44:14","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T06:44:14","slug":"fix-a-fishing-reel-that-wont-lock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mcneesereels.com\/fishing-tips-guides\/fix-a-fishing-reel-that-wont-lock\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you fix a fishing reel that won’t lock?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fishing reels<\/a> are one of the essential elements for those who are fond of fishing. <\/span>But, having a fishing reel that won’t lock is terrible. <\/span>Finding the reason behind the problem is the first step to solving it. The possible ones are a broken spool<\/strong> or bail wire<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why won’t my fishing reel lock? (Possible fixes)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are several reasons for stopping the fishing reel from working.<\/span><\/p>\n

Broken spool or bail<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Have you noticed the U-shaped metal in your spinning reel? It is a bail. A spinning reel can not work without a perfect bail. When the bail works, the fishing reel automatically does its function. <\/span>The bail is a crucial item to control the locking system of your fishing reel. Unfortunately, the broken bail restricts your fishing reel’s locking if it breaks down. A low-graded fishing reel breaks down more quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to fix a broken spool or bail?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

You can quickly fix the broken spool or bail of your fishing reel.\"How<\/span><\/p>\n

Collect the following instruments:<\/strong><\/p>\n