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Remember to keep your thumb rested over the spool, so it does not unwind

When the Calais was originally introduced it was a quantum leap over the other reels in the companys own lineup but with the latest Curado, Chronarch and lightweight Core offerings the 400 dollar price tag seems steeper than ever before

The Most Versatile Rig(s) For those who need any variation of an A-rig under the sun, the options from Hog Farmer are endless (~$25 depending on model)

It also works extremely well for finesse fishing

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Watch a few more videos online if you feel stuck, or take a class at your local yarn shop for more hands-on help