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Originally Posted by Willy

I'm guessing the implication was the strength of the braid allowed for undue stress on the bearings.

And while it is true some braid is nearly impossible to break before a component in a smaller/lighter reel, drag set properly would be the solution.

I fish braid on a small bay/bass reel and I really have to watch the drag. Keeps me focused.

Willy

what he said he says it better.