Shimano Tekota 500LC spool slippage

[David Hall]

I fish these Takotas  for Chinook almost exclusively on my boat.  Having a well greased CF drag system allows me to use the star to be very precise in control of the line release and drag setting once my desired depth is achieved I just tighten the star to the desired drag and engage the clicker.  Drag setting for king Salmon is pretty low 2.5-3lbs is all I use, then adjust up or down depending on the fish. Using the lever to control depth under freespool while trolling is in my opinion not a good practice, more of an invitation for future reel trouble.  I have never had an issue with my tekotas and they have put a lot of fish on the deck.  Love those little things, I especially like the 300s narrow frame and their new version is even more awesome.