E. Carl Speros wrote:
For a couple of years I saw ads for Garcia backlash proof ambassadeur
reels. I'd have thought that such an innovation would catch on like
wildfire. I've forgotten how to use a casting reel, bought one & had
nothing but backlashes. I gave it away. If my Bass Pro Shop had the
Garcia backlash proof I'd have gotten one, but the salesman said
casting was easy. Yeah Right. At one time (40+ years ago) I was a
holy terror with a Shakespear Deuce, but now whatever settings I
used backlashes every cast. Back to spincast for me. Zebco Pro Staff
does a great job & flips & pitches better than any open face spinning
reel. I guess I'll give up on casting. (I do like the pistol grip rods)
Good luck all, Carl


Carl, there's been reels marketed as "backlash proof" or "anti-backlash"
on a number of occasions over the years, and none has made a notable
impact on the market. Then again, none has been 'backlashproof' enough
for the angler who feels he NEEDS a backlashproof feel, and the angler
who doesn't feel he needs it isn't going to buy a reel that claims that
feature as its primary accomplishment.