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This process differs from fire or electricity, since it produces almost no heat
Clear or dark green lines are preferred by some anglers, often because they believe the steelhead can see the high viz mainline, and I agree, but only if you DO NOT use a long 3 to 6 foot fluorocarbon leader, which I highly recommend for multiple reasons, including abrasion resistance and not losing your entire set up, or a giant steelhead due to line damage
Identify the Pawl(s) and Spring(s): Locate the small, triangular/wedge-shaped pawl(s) and the spring(s) that push them against the main gear on the spool hub
Fish are easily spooked in water that is only a couple feet deep
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