The Tip Board

bail spring blues

Spin-fishing and your bail spring breaks? If you forgot to carry a spare, no problem. Convert your bailed reel to a manual reel.
Fifty years ago, few spinning reels had bails. Anglers released and picked up line with their forefinger.
you can, too.
After you remove the bail, reinstall the line roller, and cast a few hours, you'll wonder why anyone bothered to invent bails.
Works for many, but not all, reels.