What is a fixed spool reel?
A fixed spool reel is based around a non-rotating spool which is fixed in place (hence the name). A bail arm rotates around this spool and wraps line around the spool when reeling in. Fixed spool reels also have a reverse switch which allows the reel to let line out by winding in the opposite way when this is selected.
What is a Shakespeare reel?
William Shakespeare reels were made by one of the earliest companies of the now classic reel makers and was founded by William Shakespeare, Jr. in 1897. Shakespeare continued to make a wide range of fishing reels, rods, lures and tackle for many years.
Can you use braid on a fixed spool reel?
This is not practical for sea angling, because the larger line diameter catches far more tide and drastically reduces casting range, so braid can only be used for shore fishing efficiently with a fixed-spool reel.
Who makes Shakespeare fishing reels?
Pure Fishing
The Shakespeare Company is a subsidiary of Pure Fishing which manufactures fishing equipment. It was founded by William Shakespeare, Jr. in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1897….Shakespeare Fishing Tackle.
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Products | Fishing Rods, Reels, Tackle, and accessories. |
| Parent | Pure Fishing |
| Website | http://www.shakespeare-fishing.com/index.html |
Are Shakespeare reels good?
Shakespeare quality and pricing is in the middle tier of the many fishing rods that are on the market. They are not the best quality, most expensive nor are they they cheapest you can get. Shakespeare rods are an excellent choice if you want a good rod and don’t have the means to fork out a lot of cash for a rod.
How far can a fixed spool reel cast?
Modern fixed-spools have a long, wide spool and a line capacity of around 300 yards. There is no need to fill the reel with yards of backing line to fill it up as is the case with older reels and some cheaper models. The wider tapered spool is also contoured to unload the line during the cast more smoothly.
How does a reel work?
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