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A gentle feathering of the spool during a cast can prevent backlash and drastically slow down the line speed placing baits with absolute precision

I do like having Reel Grips on my reels, it adds some thickness to the grips, especially grips that are narrow like on Lew's reels

But dont let that detract you from considering this reel

Think of your thumb less like an emergency brake and more like fine steering

Your thumb becomes part of the reel's braking system, feathering the spool to prevent it from spinning faster than the lure is flying

Anodized Aluminum Side Cover: Provides corrosion resistance and durability, extending the reel's lifespan