Shimano Talora Rods and Tekota Reels

I chat with Cpt. Paul Powis about his Shimano rod/reel choices for walleye and salmon. Differing actions and lengths for walleye vs salmon and the advantages of using a line couter reel.

[@ShaunOutdoors]

Nice reels 😎

[@jwfishing1872]

Are there certain drag settings on the tekotas that won't allow the reel to take up line? I've had issues with star drags needing to be tightened significantly in order to let me gain line when reeling. Thanks!

[@derekstrub]

JW fishing. They operate exactly the same as a baitcasting reel. In order to reel in the drag must be tighter than force/weight on the other end. If it’s set correctly you will be able to reel when the fish isn’t fighting hard.