What is the weight of the Avet Raptor?
Avet Raptor Series Reels MODEL WEIGHT (OZ) GEAR RATIO BRAID CAP HXJ 3 Speed 27 H – 5.4:1 /M – 2.4:1 / L – 1.3:1 300yds/80lb HX Raptor 29 H – 5.4:1 – L – 1.9:1 500yds/80lb HX 3 Speed 29 H – 5.4:1 /M – 2.4:1 / L – 1.3:1 500yds/80lb HXW Raptor 33 H – 5.4:1 – L – 1.9:1 500yds/100lb 8 more rows ...
What makes Avet reels so good?
Patented SILENT dog and gear anti-reverse system, the most reliable in the industry. Reliable Avedrag dry carbon fiber drags for superior stopping power, smoothness, and wear resistance. 9 related stainless steel ball bearings. Raptors are a more refined, and higher drag capacity series of reels from Avet.
What is the strike position on a Avet reel?
Avet Reels have an adjustable strike position setting. In the strike position you want to set the drag to 1/3 of the weakest line in your rig. Typically anglers will fill the reel with braided spectra line and use a monofilament leader or top-shot that is a lighter line class than the braided backing.
What is the difference between MXL Raptor and JX Raptor?
The JX is a bit larger overall than the MXL, roughly similar in width , but 1/4" larger in diameter. MXL RAPTOR - If the JX model is too large, the MXL Raptor is the best choice. the MXL Raptor is the same size as the regular MXL, but has a dual drag system that doubles the drag output.
What is a raptor reel?
Don't let the compact size fool you, the Raptor series is big game reel in a smaller, more manageable, ergonomic package suitable for standup or fishing in a fighting chair. The Raptor Dual Drag 2 Speed Fishing Reel series feature Avet's quick shift gear change that allows the angler to change gears without removing their hand from the handle, as well as Avet's legendary dry drag system.
What is the Avet 5/2?
Avet HXW 5/2 Raptor Fishing Reel The HXW 5/2 Raptor with Dual Drag feature Avet's quick shift gear change that allows the angler to change gears without removing their hand from the handle, as well as Avet's legendary dry drag system. The Raptor allows...
What is an Avet 2 speed reel?
This is where an Avet 2-speed may be the reel of choice, offering a choice between power and speed in a single reel. Many large, hard fighting species of fish and conditions require a fast and aggressive cast and retrieve lure presentation, but need a powerful retrieve to fight the fish once its hooked.
What does "J" mean on a reel?
Less line capacity also means lighter spool mass, which equates to less start up inertia, a plus when casting light baits. This is why we have "J" (jig/narrow spool) and "L" (large/wide spool) models in each series.