My revo needed new line so I replaced it after doing maintenance etc. filled it up to the max , and i put line conditioner on yet it still would bAck lash . At least I think it's backlash . The line will just get real lose then get caught up eventually. I don't know if one knob is even working for the free fall. I'm using a senko , and listen it to point it will come out it free falls, get it as tight as I can, and it still free falls . The drag is set .

If I recall this happened when I first got the real too, and I recall it seeming like it was easier to cast the less line I had on it , and to a certain point when I think I only had. 80-100 yards left on it I did not even have to keep my thumb on spool and it was fine . Yes I know you are not supposed that , and I did have my thumb on spool tonight .

It's been 2 years since I last fished . Got hurt last year, and missed the whole season so I forgot what the fix was .

When you refill a spool to the max, it is going to be easier to cast, and will also be easier to backlash.  Adjust your brakes and make them a little stronger, it should help.

If your spool tension knob does not stop your lure from free-falling, then your reel has a problem. I would suggest that you send it to Delaware Valley Tackle (DVT), one of our sponsors, for servicing.

If your spool tension knob does not stop your lure from free-falling, then your reel has a problem. I would suggest that you send it to Delaware Valley Tackle (DVT), one of our sponsors, for servicing.

I completely overlooked the part about the spool tension knob.  I would definately have that checked out.  

Good news and some dumb news .

Problems fixed

Issue: i was rushing trying to get done by dark oiling up the reel , and putting fresh line on I had the gear in backwards on the tiny knob by reel .

Works great now , and I see what you mean by it should be easier with more line . I'm casting probably twice as far not even trying to go far .