TALES FROM THE TIDELINE
Lined up as though on parade, the reel spools gleamed where the summer sunlight bounced back from their polished rims. From beneath their neoprene spool bands, small glimpses of line rainbowed out – different colours signifying the different breaking strains available for each reel. I’ve always bought the best gear I can afford, looking out for key features such as ball bearings, line lay and oscillation – in short, the engineering of the reel. Then, having bought it, I make damned sure that I look after it: servicing, oiling, greasing. After all, a reel is just like a car, or so I’ve been told; maintain it and it will serve you
