A reel might seem fine in the box, then feel wrong once mounted
Once it had been detached, I slid one friction pad into the center of the wheel, behind the spokes on the side opposite the gear cassette, then put the other one on the outside of the same side
Certainly, Clarks Hill and Norman are two different lakes, but there are enough similarities to me that fishing Clarks Hill last week was a great dry run for Norman and a shot at REDCREST
Oh, and affordability is a nice-to-have, too
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One small but thoughtful touch is the use of different materials on the shoulder straps: The upper portion that comes into contact with your shoulders is thick and soft, while the lower section against the chest features lighter and more breathable mesh, which I found to be a very effective combo for distributing the weight and maximizing comfort