Been there, done that, still do sometimes. Did ABU ever make a metal baitrunner?Olly wrote: ↑Fri Mar 03, 2023 7:12 pm A baitrunner effect can be achieved my loosening the clutch - then tighten before striking.
This is what I use with ABU 66 & 77 reels when fishing for fish that 'run' - carp - silure - pike and perhaps barbel and tench. It is not a necessity for many species of fish.
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BB