edge backpack tackle bag Plano Atlas Series EVA cord rod holder Sensation's Spin Edge Tackle Backpack

Below that row (again, L to R) are the O-ring, Eared Drag Washers (6) and Keyed Drag Washer (7)

A click-stop knurled knob rotates through 1.5 turns, accurately adjusting the smooth, strong drag

Reels are sized to correspond with rods (and fly lines, more on that in the next article) and usually designed to match two consecutive rod weights, such as 3-4 or 5-6

These are a bit more expensive than traditional hooks, but in the long run helps keep the bait on the hook and extends the life of the soft plastic

Beautifully designed, and featuring a truly truck-stopping drag, the yet-to-be-released Omega has a few tricks up its sleeve that are sure to impress