Great Lakes Bass Fishing Forum

<p>One of the trends that's clearly sweeping the industry actually began many years ago, but it's got a full head of steam now. I'm talking about the need for speed -- not with outboard motors, but with fishing reels. It dates me, but when I bought my first casting reel at the age of 14 in 1976, a high gear ratio meant 5:1 ... and you needed a special after-market kit (from Gator Grip, I think) to get that! My first casting reel was an Ambassadeaur 5000D. It was (is) green, and the &quot;D&quot; stood (stands) for direct drive.</p>
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