Gear Ratio reel for 6-8" Hudds

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RJB
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Gear Ratio reel for 6-8" Hudds

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I'm just getting into swimbait fishing and wanted some input on what gear ratio reels, most of you guys use when throwing bigger swimbaits that you want to keep right on the bottom? Any input would be great! Thanks
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Gary Dobyns
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I like to use a 5.1 or so gear ratio. It simply helps me fish the bait slower without having to concentrate to slow down!! I like fishing fast but with certain baits it's counter productive. Huds are one of these baits. Worst case, I wouldn't want to fish over a 6.1-6.3 gear ratio for Huds.
RJB
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Appreciate the reply Gary. Thanks!!!
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I use a Abu Garcia Orra Winch, Tackle warehouse has them on sale right nor for a killer price. Great reel for less than $100!
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I'm going to emphasize what Gary has already stated. My fatal flaw when it comes to fishing Huds is poor pacing. Most of the time, fishing a Hud too fast for the conditions and water temp completely nullifies its effectiveness. For me there is no question that fishing a 5:1 reel helps me slow down and put more fish in the boat. I should be able to make the adjustment on my own but I'm just not wired up to do it, so the slower reel is a solid tool that helps me.
GreenPig
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I fish hudds with 4.9 to 6.2 depending on the season. 4.9 is nice for bottom bumping December thru February.
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as fast as i can get lol . i can slowdown for retrieval but when a big one grabs it and keeps coming toward me or when one hits when im ripping it in 50+ ft of water i want as fast as a retrieve as possible . lost big fish , tournaments and aoy's because of it . doesn't happen alot but enough for me lol
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