West Coast Special. Go to reel for Salmon Fishing
Unlike spinning or baitcasting reels, Mooching
- The spool spins freely on a central axis
- No gears — 1:1 retrieve ratio
- Fish pulls = spool spins directly
- You control everything with your hand (drag = your palm)
Key Features
- Ultimate control when fighting big salmon
- Smooth, natural bait presentation (especially with cut plug herring)
- Durability — fewer moving parts
- Classic West Coast technique (huge in British Columbia saltwater fishing)
