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How do you use a conventional reel?
Conventional Fishing: What You Need To Know
Place your thumb on the spool and slide the lever to allow the reel to free spool. As you swing the rod around on your cast keep your thumb securely on the spool until you reach the release point, then let off and let your thumb barely ride just above the rotating spool.

What are conventional reels best for?
Conventional reels are generally used when trolling for large offshore fish including marlin, sailfish, big dorado, wahoo and large tuna. These reels are also a good choice when targeting particularly large freshwater fish such as great northern pike and lake trout.

Are conventional reels hard to cast?
Truth is, it’s really not that hard. All it takes to make long-distance casts with these reels is practice, and a desire to get it dialed in.

How to prevent backlash on a conventional reel?
Avoiding backlash largely depends on ensuring your spool and your line spin at the same rate, controlled via the spool tension knob. Backlash occurs when the spool spins faster than the line coming through the guide.

Can you use a conventional reel in freshwater?
Many freshwater anglers who are using conventional style fishing reels are dropping baits off the side of the boat or pier, or are utilizing them in a trolling set up. However, with some experience, there are castable conventional reels that do allow anglers to reach a greater distance.

What do you use conventional reel for?
Conventional reels are the most common type of fishing reel. They are designed for use for trolling, bottom fishing, for baitcasting, and can be used for both fresh and saltwater fishing.

Is grease or oil better for fishing reels?
Bearings rely on oil for their lubrication which is better for fast-moving parts that need less friction, whereas grease protects and coats slower-moving parts that interlock with one another, like gears. Both are important when maintaining a reel, as fishing reels serve both functions.

What is the difference between conventional and baitcasting reels?
The difference between the two is usually how much line they hold and their construction. Baitcasting reels are designed to have exceptional casting distance and fast retrieve, while conventional reels are designed for strength, line capacity, and angler comfort.