fish chasing jig lure casting Johnny Jigs® Long – Red/Silver Johnny Jigs Long Casting Jigs

The reels are about 60 years old and still work great

When you flat rod, straight pull, point the rod tip directly at the fish (all the same for this discussion), the angler is effectively supporting the weight of the rig (and making sure it doesn't fly out of their hands from the pulling fish) and there aren't any other significant forces in play aside from the fish taking the line, which your reel is happily managing by giving out line

Ultra sharp straight point Flat forged heavy duty wire Smooth teflon coating Hook Size:4 Package Count:11pcs

So, of course, one option is to scale down the list of flies

During stinger season (OctoberMay), locals avoid swimming outside nets