In article , Richard
wrote:
Ok a bit OT for a coarse angling group but I have often wondered this ......
why do sea anglers always seem to use their rods with the 'eyes' uppermost
..... 'pointing to the sky'?

I am sure someone here will know

Only those using multiplier reels - fixed spool and centrepin users work
rings-under.

Those with multipliers in freshwater have the rod rings-up too.

Cheerio,

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