If you are left-handed, and have ever tried to change a right-handed fishing reel to be used left-handed, you know that it can be a bit of a challenge. In this blog post, we will outline the steps needed to make the conversion, so that you can get out on the water and start fishing!
Parts of the Reel
Whether you’re just getting started in fishing or you’ve been doing it for years, understand of how your reel works and be able to better maintain it.
Parts of the reel are important for the overall function of the reel. The spool is a round device that attaches to the fishing line and helps to control its movement. The bail arm is used to wind the fishing line onto the spool, and the drag system creates friction against the fishing line in order to slow down or stop a fish from taking the bait. Finally, the handle provides power to rotate the spool and reel in the fishing line.
Without any of these parts, the reel would not work as effectively. It’s important to understand how each part works and what role it plays in order to get the most out of your reel. Make sure to practice using all the parts so that you’re familiar with how they work and can use them to your advantage while fishing.
Handle
The handle is what you use to transition from one side of umbrella models. It threads onto the internal socket and should come out easily by sampling untwisting it with your fingers or other tools available on-site if need be before pulling free in order for fitting into place perfectly at either end!
Body
The body is the central piece you thread your handle into. It also contains a dust cap on one side with no handle that can be moved, and depending on design may need adjusting when changing which side his goes onto in order for it fit properly.
The foot holds up most of this equipment while inside our reel’s gear box housing–it has large ball bearings at each end so there are never any problems caused by sluggishness or slippage due to regular wear-and-tear.
Gear box
The gear box is what makes sure you get 3 rotations of the internal spindle for each time that your handle goes around. So, if I have a 3:1 ratio here then when changing from right to left it will only take one full turn instead of two partial ones because now there’s only one-third as many teeth on both sides!
Spool
The spool holds the line in place, so you don’t need to handle it.
Drag adjustment knob
The drag system is a series of washers that connect the spool to your shaft. You won’t need to handle this piece, as it’s operated by turning an adjustment knob on one side!
Bail
The bail is an essential tool for any fisherman who wants to catch their target fish. It will flip forward until you’re ready and then return back into its original position after casting has been completed with success!
Anti-reverse switch
The anti-reverse switch is a great safety feature that prevents your reel from going backward while in use.
Steps to Change a Fishing Reel
The process of changing a fishing reel from right to left handed can be simple and straightforward. Just follow these quick steps, paying attention in order not only change the direction that you cast but also your casting stroke:
Step 1: When you find the dust cap, remove it and set your reel free from its constraints.
Step 2: Next, unscrew the reel handle on your left. This can be done by turning it clockwise and then removing with care as there’s no remove button!
Step 3: Once you have it oriented correctly, carefully tighten the reel arm by turning it clockwise.
Step 4: Take the dust cap you removed and place it on top of your reel. Screw in place, making sure not to tighten too much or else this may cause damage!
Conclusion
If you’re looking to make the switch from a right-handed reel to a left-handed reel, it can be done relatively easily. We’ve outlined the process for you here, and we hope that this information helps you make the change without too much trouble. Have any questions about changing fishing reels? Let us know in the comments below!