Gear ratio

[MVP]

Originally Posted by Sparky4711

Alex read other reports too, just wondering why a slower is better, lexa comes in 3 different ratio, I would think higher is better more time in water. Thanks for your input.

It is just the opposite as lower gear ratio will keep you in the water longer.
I like the lower gear ratio for winching power when bottom fishing rather than the 6-7 ratio reels. As hammer said bigger gears on the newer reels help eliminate so of the short falls of higher ratio reels. Talk to someome who does a lot of tile /tuna fishing. You would think a higher gear ratio would be better suited for fishing deep water and gaining more line. In reality you will just tire yourself out more and reeling in fish will take longer. I went with the Lexa because of the power handle that was included with purchase from jigging world as I am not a fan of paddle handle. I also liked the light weight as with rod I matched it up too it totally balances perfectly and with light weight of set up bucktailing all day is not an issue. the ABu NACL is also a great choice. Went with the lexa because it was lighter reel. Still may get myself the Abu NACL to use for inshore blackfishing as that reel puts out some sick drag
Make sure to go with the 50 size and not the 60.