James RickardThe difference between level wind and open spool reels
September 24th 2009 02:11
If you've been looking for a reel, you've probably run across the term "level wind." Exactly what is a level wind reel?
A level wind reel is a reel with a mechanism that winds the line evenly on the spool as you wind the crank. You usually find these around fresh water applications.
A level wind reel is a reel with a mechanism that winds the line evenly on the spool as you wind the crank. You usually find these around fresh water applications.
This sounds well and good and you'd probably figure a level wind is better than in counterpart, the open spool.
That's not always the case.
Granted, companies can save a lot of hassle and expense by passing on a level wind system. But, the big advantage of the open spool is found in salt water applications. There, it's not uncommon for a fish, say a marlin, to quickly zip off 100 yards of line when it makes a run.
The gears in many level wind reels would falter under such stress. If you're catching bass, pike or even sturgeon, it's a different story. You can revel in a neat retrieve and use the extra "ooph" a baitcaster provides.
That's not always the case.
The mechanism pointed out by the arrows will spool the line evenly.
Your line may not be as neat with an open spool.
Remember to take the hooks outta yer pocket before ya sit down!
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