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you feel it jumping or clicking under load rather than tracking evenly Unfamiliar sounds clicking, grinding, humming, or ticking that wasn't present when the reel was newer External corrosion indicators salt deposits, discoloration, or pitting around fasteners, or the body Levelwind hesitation the line guide doesn't track smoothly across the spool during retrieve Our post on the top signs your baitcaster needs professional service goes deeper on each of these if you want to do a thorough assessment of where your reel stands

Durability Salt is relentless in its ability to corrode, and the more often your reel is exposed to saltwater, the more durable it will need to be

Best Overall: Palante Desert Pros Surprisingly comfortable Very lightweight Decent capacity Thoughtful details Cons Fewer shoulder strap pockets than other options we looked at Limited sizing options Report Card Fit: 4.4 Comfort: 4 Load bearing: 3 Packability: 5 Accessibility: 3.5 Value: 4.5 Key Features Price: $270 Capacity: 37 liters Weight: 1 pound, 3.4 ounces Unisex Torso Fit: 17 or 19 (tested the 17 version) Adjustment Points: Shoulder straps, sternum strap, waist belt Comfortable up to 30 pounds (as reported by the testers) Warranty: 2 years Tested on the Oregon Coast Trail by Jac Top Shelf Mitchell and Laura Chop Chop Lancaster Our most experienced tester, Top Shelf, took the Palante Desert out on the first day of our trek along the Oregon Coast Trail, covering almost 20 miles in an afternoon

The higher your gear ratio, the faster your line retrieve will be

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