You need to have the drag adjusted on the reel to take into account what you’re fishing for, the line weight, and the action of the rod. If you’re just sitting idly and not paying attention, it’s best to have the drag a bit loose, or the result would be as ChukLitl has described.
You need to have the drag adjusted on the reel to take into account what you’re fishing for, the line weight, and the action of the rod. If you’re just sitting idly and not paying attention, it’s best to have the drag a bit loose, or the result would be as ChukLitl has described.