"Mike Connor" wrote:

I've used 1 graphite reel, the Loop reel. It's OK for holding the
line, but not too good if you have to fight the fish from the reel. It
seems to flex too much and the distortion messes up the smoothness.
It's probably perfect for panfish.

Regardles, it sounds like a fun project.

Chas
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