avet mahi reel MXL 6/4 G2 MC RH-PK 2-Speed Lever Drag Conventional Pink These reels have what it takes to compete with any single speed reel with more drag output Avet MXL G2 Single Speed

In better quality reels that have a ball bearing oscillation gear there is a secondary support system to the gear in the form of another gear beneath it or a Teflon washer etc

Rod power is the strength of the rod , (also known as power value or rod weight.) This is the amount of pressure you must apply to make the rod bend

With the level wind, the two Oregon anglers could lift their rods slightly, release pressure on the slow turning spool of the Pfluegers and drop their baits back with the current

The exact number can vary, but a common configuration is 2 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing for anti-reverse functionality