I’m right handed and primarily use left hand reels. Where I depart from the OP is the use of words like should, better, right or wrong. Its 💯 personal preference.
The service or rather the lack of it far overrides any potential quality or performance advantage they MIGHT have. I only use them if the client obtains the blank because I don’t want the blowback.
The supply chain issues we encountered during Covid kind of got us used to waiting for merchandise. In the aftermath some companies are using that to get away with manufacturing on order instead of keeping inventory. They’re just not tying up their cash in inventory. It’s good business if you can get away with it. NFC pushes it to the limit and compounds the problem with poor communication to put it lightly.
Dual supported pinions are a nice feature, however I don’t think they by themselves create a smoother feel or ensure longer life. Overall quality and tolerances have as much or more affect. Shimano Core is a good example.
BFS is an enthusiast niche. I recommend you try it just for enjoyment sake. If it doesn’t appeal to you strongly enough to try, you’re not missing out on anything efficiency wise.
I wouldn’t sweat the F/xF designation. For one, they’re subjective terms. Second, a 3” longer rod with matching lure range but faster action probably just has extra length on the butt.
The difference between those two ratios isn’t significant imo. At least in this scenario. The mechanical advantage of a 5:1 is nice for deep diving, high resistance lures.
I’m not a fluoro fan really but use 10# abrazix with no trouble to speak of. I know suppliers of store brands change but xps did very well in a shootout comparison a while ago.
The majority of my spinning tackle is ML these days going to M where weight and cover dictate. Keep in mind there is no industry standard for power designation. Weight range and action are most important specs.
Multi piece travel rods are no harder to build than others. People that complain about “brittle “ rods just have poor technique. High modulus blanks are intolerant of high sticking and rough handling but are surprisingly powerful when used correctly.
The way I look at it “technique specific “ is a rod with attributes that work exceptionally well in a given application. That doesn’t mean the same rod wouldn’t work well or as well in another application. Not every technique is highly dependent on specific rods either. Pick the right tool for the job and fine tune as you see fit.
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