ari t hart special edition sage fly reel 't Aras Ari T Hart Reels -

First is the tension control knob

Particularly in early summer when mayfly and other insect hatches peak, crappies (and other panfish) may gorge on invertebrates over baitfish by wide margins

Specs G-8: Diameter: 4" Spool Width: 1.25" Capacity: 200 yards 20# backing

There is an idea that for inshore applications for smaller fish species using small spin reels (size 3000 and under), moderate speeds are great for slow rolling (winding slowly) crankbaits as the slow speed provides a great cadence to impart the subtle action the lure requires for its intended action

That alone is worth the upgrade from a non-level-wind for any angler who doesnt want to manage the spool by hand