Casting the SX without a backlash

[jcat]

  I have an SX reel I use occasionally.  Probably occasionally because I have an awful time getting backlashes.  I have 30 lb mono and greased rather than oiled the spool bearings.  Helped some, but significant challenges remain. Cast a Penn squall and Daiwa SL20 SH with ease. I can't afford to get one of the newer reels with magnetic controls. Any ideas or do I just need more practice.  Thanks

[akfish]

Practice and used soft mono line without memory. I find it helps if I put my thumb on the edge of the spool instead of the line on the spool. Also, make sure the line is packed every on the spool without a hump in the middle or one side. Humps will make the spool spin erratically when cast.

[JasonGotaProblem]

... I can't afford to get one of the newer reels with magnetic controls. Any ideas or

Make your own mag brake.
https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=36075.0

https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=36221.0

[alantani]

yeah, it took me a really long time to get the hang of it, but it really is just practice.  if you can cast the other reels, you can cast this one.