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is 5:9:1 too slow for a musky/northern reel?
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Posted: 3/19/2024 6:47:42 PM EDT
Looking to get a reel mostly for large northern pike, but ok for musky too.  Is 5:9:1 too slow of a retrieval rate?

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It'll work fine for general purpose. Less resistance at the handle and easier days casting.

I'm admittedly new to musky fishing but 5-8 hrs burning 6.3 and 7.1 reels and big baits was a huge adjustment for me over bass fishing.  
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