I float and fish for Smallmouth on our beautiful Missouri streams. We move slowly down our rivers casting next to rocks, trees, and root wads. Of course we are not perfect and occasionally snag our lines. The anti reverse switch allows us to control the line as we move the canoe into position to free our lure. Also, I find it inconvenient to adjust the drag based on the various current speeds of the rivers. Finally, making a catch while the canoe is moving through a swift sections sometimes requires extra finesse manipulating the fish past rocks and fallen trees. I like my anti reverse switch as it pertains to my style of fishing.