Super User FishTank Posted March 21, 2019 Super User Posted March 21, 2019 I have a Revo Winch Gen 4 with 24lb of drag supposedly. I will never use that much but what is important to me is how smooth and controlled it is when I bring in a fish. I am one that I don't tend to put the drag all the way down and power pull the fish to the boat. I like to control the fish and use my thumb if I have to. I also set the drag to fit the line I use. I have the Curado DC in question. After using it for the first time last week, I believe that it has a fantastic drag, much smoother and controlled than the Revo Winch (which is still really good though). 11lbs of drag is plenty for the way I fish and again like stated above, I believe it is a selling point with most reels manufactures. I think it is more important to use common sense when setting the drag and applying it to everyday bass fishing. 1 Quote
Super User MickD Posted March 21, 2019 Super User Posted March 21, 2019 How much force does it take to rip hooks out of bass's mouths? And straighten most hooks? Quote
Pikeman12 Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 I don't see why 11 lbs isn't enough. Its been plenty when I have needed to pull 20# cats up from some of the nastiest places. Quote
CrankFate Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 All I’m going to say is the fish pictured here was caught on a reel with a true 9lbs of drag, at about 2/3 so maybe 6lbs??? The mark on the gaff is 3’ Bent my hook a little. Yes. This is by far one of the biggest fish I ever caught. Quote
LionHeart Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 5 hours ago, Brett's_daddy said: What do people think of the torque on the 7.4:1 vs. the 8.5:1? I know some reels it's a trade-off between torque and speed when you get into the higher gear ratios. IMO the difference is pretty noticeable. I use 8 speed reels for jigs and Texas rigs, nothing else. 7 speed will work with just about everything. BTW 11 lb drag is plenty. Quote
Fishin Dad Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 I thought this was an interesting question. Glad you posted. I always wondered when I had seen Abu and others with over 20 lbs. I had never had any problems with my 13 lb. Daiwa’s and others, but glad to hear from guys who have caught giants agree. Also, I really like faster 8.1:1 or higher reels for pitching and jigs. I feel it helps pick up line for hook sets, make more casts to targets, and help get bass turned and out of cover. Lack of torque has not seemed to hurt me in those situations. Now cranking all day...........nother story Quote
Super User Catt Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 Lew's American Hero reel, 7.1:1 gear ratio, drag set at 6 lbs, 20# Big Game. 3 Quote
Super User JustJames Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 My pixy is only 3lb max drag and have no problem catching bass. Once a while it feel good to let bass pull some line out. Quote
FishDewd Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 8 hours ago, J Francho said: Except in extreme fishing conditions, you typically only need 4-8 lbs. What rod do you own that you are willing to tie 11 lbs. to and yank at full force? My bet is none. Easy... uglystick! If it happens to break, I'd hand line that monster in! Even if just a giant bundle of weeds... Quote
NathanDLTH Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 Since we are talking drag and settings what is the recommendation for fisherman to set their reels? I’ll admit I lock mine down, especially when frogging or flipping, but reading this not sure that’s necessary? Help me understand pls. Quote
RB 77 Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 Smooth drag > max drag any day of the week and twice on Sunday! Quote
Super User J Francho Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 8 hours ago, FishDewd said: Easy... uglystick! Anyone ever hear an Ugly Stik snap? Sounds like a 22. It's a beautiful and funny sound. 4 Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 I think you're making an issue out of something that isn't an issue here. Most guys fish for musky, catfish, and salmon aren't using a full 11 pounds of drag. 2 Quote
greentrout Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 give me as much max. drag as possible .... 1 Quote
Super User WRB Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 4 minutes ago, greentrout said: http://www.***.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_3109_edited-1-150x150.jpg give me as much max. drag as possible ... Simply add thumb pressure as needed. Tom 2 Quote
kenmitch Posted March 22, 2019 Posted March 22, 2019 I don't really look at the max drag setting when looking for a new reel. I'll never fish in a way that it would really come into play anyways. Ripping lips is just a figure of speech....You don't really want to do it. Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 4 hours ago, greentrout said: give me as much max. drag as possible .... They're GRRREAT!!!!!! Quote
Super User Bankbeater Posted March 22, 2019 Super User Posted March 22, 2019 The line going through the guides on the rod will also add drag. Quote
ResoKP Posted March 27, 2019 Posted March 27, 2019 GUYS. I found the reason we need more than 9 lb drag! TO BOAT FLIP A 9 LBER just kidding. but that would've been cool Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted March 27, 2019 Super User Posted March 27, 2019 Wow.... How did that rod not snap at this point? Quote
Dogface Posted March 27, 2019 Posted March 27, 2019 On 3/22/2019 at 12:10 PM, WRB said: Simply add thumb pressure as needed. Tom Now I'm not as experienced as some of you guys. I've only been fishing for about 70 years. In those 70 years I have fished all over this country and Canada. It has been only in the past few years I've seen "pounds of drag" become an issue and I think it is more of a selling point than a real (or should I say reel) issue. I set the drag depending on line pondage and "add thumb pressure as needed". Its not real complicated. I have landed some huge fish on light line using my thumb, patience and experience. I really think this is a non-issue. 1 1 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted March 27, 2019 Super User Posted March 27, 2019 2 hours ago, fishballer06 said: How did that rod not snap at this point? I think the drag slipping saved it. Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted March 27, 2019 Global Moderator Posted March 27, 2019 5 hours ago, Dogface said: Now I'm not as experienced as some of you guys. I've only been fishing for about 70 years. In those 70 years I have fished all over this country and Canada. It has been only in the past few years I've seen "pounds of drag" become an issue and I think it is more of a selling point than a real (or should I say reel) issue. I set the drag depending on line pondage and "add thumb pressure as needed". Its not real complicated. I have landed some huge fish on light line using my thumb, patience and experience. I really think this is a non-issue. Ditto!!!!! Mike Quote
onenutinthewater Posted March 28, 2019 Posted March 28, 2019 9 hours ago, Dogface said: Now I'm not as experienced as some of you guys. I've only been fishing for about 70 years. In those 70 years I have fished all over this country and Canada. It has been only in the past few years I've seen "pounds of drag" become an issue and I think it is more of a selling point than a real (or should I say reel) issue. I set the drag depending on line pondage and "add thumb pressure as needed". Its not real complicated. I have landed some huge fish on light line using my thumb, patience and experience. I really think this is a non-issue. Unfortunately to many folks think bearing count, max drag and casting distance are important factors in reel quality........... Quote
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