MyFishFinder.com Just like iceshanty but warmer
Ordered a LH teardrop today; almost thought they'd be out as w/ any hot icin' item... Will also post a review soon
I cant get over the price of that thing.Hope they work out for you guys.
74redone, mine will drop a small ice jig but it's not that fast. Same thing with a small spoon. Bigger spoons/lures I have no problem. I found that adjusting the knobs don't help one bit either. I can take the knob off and it still falls at the same speed. The drag doesn't seem all that smooth either. I've caught fish on mine already. Used it over the side of my boat. Overall, I don't think I could say this reel is "smooth." 120 dollars I think is quite a bit for this reel. A little overpriced. A few more bearings wouldn't hurt. I look forward to using it this season giving it the real test.
I found that adjusting the knobs don't help one bit either. I can take the knob off and it still falls at the same speed. The drag doesn't seem all that smooth either.
Hmm-- I found the drop knob highly adjustable and could vary drop speeds as easily as any baitcaster. The drag seemed smooth. My main gripe is it's size--wish it was a bit smaller/lighter.
Has anyone wondered what happens when water gets into the spool and freezes solid? I like the look of it but I am worried that the spool will freeze up on it.
Seriously, what do you do with your open faced reels that get wet and freeze?
As far as I can tell, BaitBucket is the only user on IS that has not had his Teardrop freeze.The issues are not limited to LINE FREEZE. If used in sub-freezing temperatures, the drags, gearing, and spool release seize.Do another search on IS. There are several reviews. Many owners, including me, have had issues.I can only recommend the reel if it is used exclusively in a well-heated shelter. The reels are useless outside and IMO are too one-dimensional for serious ice fishing.That said, under the right conditions, the inverted design is slick. 13 Fishing just needs to refine the mechanicals for reliability.