Analyze the differences between spinning wheels, drop wheels, and drum wheels
The reel is one of the cores of the Luya fishing equipment system, and it is also the mechanical device that best expresses human wisdom. Reels used for lure fishing can be divided into five types in appearance: spinning wheel type, built-in line type, water drop type, drum type, and fly wheel. The structures of these five types of reels have their own characteristics, and they are designed for different purposes. There is also a big difference. Today I will analyze spinning wheels, water drop wheels, and drum wheels from different angles, hoping to be of some help to fishing friends.
- Spinning wheel
The spinning wheel has the characteristics of simple operation and long throwing distance. It is very popular among newcomers to lures and has the widest range of use. From a structural point of view, spinning wheels are divided into two types: front leakage and rear leakage. The leakage adjustment knob for front leakage is in front of the reel spool, and the leakage adjustment knob for rear leakage is on the inside of the reel case. In the rear, generally speaking, the braking force of front leakage force is greater than that of rear leakage force. Therefore, for lure fishing, it is more appropriate to choose a spinning wheel with front leakage force. There is a backstop switch designed behind or below the reel's receiver. Pulling the switch allows you to choose whether to allow the reel handle to rotate forward and reverse freely.
The line cup is a component that stores fishing line. Generally speaking, the shorter the line storage length, the smaller the model, and the size of the wheel will be smaller relatively speaking. The most common reel models are marked in thousands, with models ranging from 1000 to 6000. The larger the number, the greater the fishing line storage capacity, and of course the larger the size of the reel. In terms of design, the shape of the cup can be divided into ordinary type and wide and shallow type. When playing lures, we recommend choosing the wide and shallow cup type most of the time, because the spinning wheel with this kind of line cup can quickly take out and take in the line. The advantage of not being easily messed up.
The outstanding advantages of the spinning wheel: easy to operate, easy to use, even novices can throw a good distance through simple throwing exercises, the line cup can be quickly replaced, the handle can be interchanged left and right, the price is relatively cheap, durable and easy to clean , easy to maintain.
Applicable environment of the spinning wheel: It is suitable for almost any fishing environment, especially for fishing areas that require long-range casting.
- Water drop wheel
The dripping wheel is the wheel in the hearts of lure enthusiasts. It seems that if you have never used a dripping wheel, it is like you have never tried fishing with lures. The water drop wheel is named after its outline that resembles a water drop. It is light and small, with accurate casting and comfortable grip. The structure of the drip reel is complex, so the price is generally high. The drip reel is equipped with a gun handle lure rod.
Compared with the spinning wheel, the water droplet wheel has more diverse methods of controlling lures, and the throwing point is more accurate. Due to the structure of the drip wheel itself, its throwing distance is somewhat different from that of the spinning wheel. This is because the bait also needs to drive the line cup to rotate when it drags the fishing line to fly, so it is usually only suitable for throwing bait with a certain weight. Bait (usually 7 grams or more), only a few high-end drip reels have the ability to cast light objects. In addition, there is another troublesome problem with the dripping wheel, which is that it is easy to fry the line and fry the powder when casting, which has certain requirements on the fishing skills of the fisherman.
The outstanding advantages of the water drop wheel are: easy and smooth operation (requires considerable experience and skills of the fisherman), can be operated with one hand, small size and comfortable hand feel, good at accurately casting at the target point, and can accurately control the exit speed during the casting process, and can release force The braking force is strong and easy to adjust.
Applicable environment of water droplet wheel: It is more suitable for freshwater fishing environment, especially in complex fishing conditions that require precise casting.
- Drum wheel
The drum wheel is named because its shape resembles a horizontal cylinder. It is a reel with a long history and is the original prototype of the exquisite drip wheel. However, it has a compact structure, good braking effect, and is sturdy and durable. , more storage lines and other advantages and have been widely used.
Lure drums refer specifically to those small and compact throwing drums. This type of drum has the following characteristics:1. Usually equipped with double handles
- Outlet guide ring with guide rails that circulates left and right
- Star-shaped braking force adjustment dial
- Pay-off switch suitable for one-hand operation
- Adjustable spool bearing damping knob
- Adjustable magnetic or centrifugal braking system
Drum wheels, like water drop wheels, are usually only suitable for throwing lures with a certain weight (usually more than 7 grams). Only a few high-end drum wheels have the ability to throw light objects. In addition, the drum wheel is also very easy to cause line frying when casting, which requires relatively high operating skills of the fisherman.
The outstanding advantages of the drum wheel are: easy and smooth operation (requires considerable experience and skills of the fisherman), can be operated with one hand, small size and large storage capacity, good at accurately casting at the target point, and can accurately control the exit speed during the casting process. The braking force is large and easy to adjust.
Drum wheel applicable environment: suitable for both freshwater and seawater, especially suitable for use in boat fishing conditions.