Levelwind reel for bottom fishing??

[h2ogonj]

I use abu 5500c's all the time level wind is fine for fluke, seabass, etc... black fish or bass I like a lever drag reel.

[frugalfisherman]

You got a good deal. Just adjust the spool tension. Too loose=backlash. Too tight doesn't go down fast enough. Also you might have a spare pawl in a compartment in the side plate.

[Joey Dah Fish]

I love my level wind. The only thing I would think about is it takes additional time to get down to the bottom. Other than that I love it.

[MohawkJD]

I have a Saltist 40 with a levelwind. I don't like casting with it. Great for straight drop & reel bottom fishing. My 40's without cast nice. I don't have too much trouble casting my Revo's with levelwind, but I have to use a very thin knot for shock leaders.

If you remove the levelwind, make sure you don't leave any openings for (salt)water to get in.

[Blackfish Doug]

That was one of the 1st level winds I ever used. The trick to that reel is every time you get back from using it put a few drops of 3 in 1 oil on the level wind gear & bar.Also when your stuck in the bottom don't try to jerk your rod out use your hand otherwise your going to go through a lot of pawls. As for level wind reels this year I was using the lexa 300 with the power handle a must. I was very impressed with the power & durability & the drag as well. If a reel lasts me a season without breaking down its a good one. It casts very nicely as well I highly reccomend it if your looking for a new one.

[bigal427]

I used a Penn 965 and a Abu 7000 for many years with no problems . Then I switched to a Avet SX and love it