The combination of rigid drive train support & precisely designed gear ratios give these reels a serious advantage in both torque & speed. They not only pull in over a yard of line with every handle turn, winding power is up to 30% greater than similar reels. Four ball bearings & a roller bearing add efficiency to the drive train support, with Daiwa's special CRBB Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings supporting the spool. However the Saltist reels are not reserved for downtiding alone. Fitted with centrifugal brakes each reel is ideal for uptiding & powerful shore work.