Digital Braking

A Grip That Won't Quit

The bowed handle and soft paddle knobs provide a secure, comfortable grip with plenty of leverage.

Built to Last

Precision-cut Speed Gears® made from solid brass deliver dependable performance cast after cast.

Feel Every Bite

The reel stays light, so it never wears you out. You feel even the softest taps the moment they happen.

Smooth Every Time​

Whether working bait or fighting big fish, the five-bearing setup keeps your retrieve buttery smooth.

The DB Advantage

Backlash,
Handled for You

The Digital Braking system does the tricky part automatically, so you spend less time picking out tangles and more time fishing. Just set the dial to your style and let the reel do the rest.

Long Cast Mode

Settings 1–2

Maximized spool speed for long-distance casts. Best for experienced anglers with precise thumb control.

 

Best Fishing Applications

Extreme long-distance casting, large reservoirs, shore-based saltwater fishing, and heavy baits.

 

Recommended Lures

Jigs, Texas rigs, frogs, lighter weight baits

Versatility Mode

Settings 2–3

Semi-assisted braking automatically adjusts to spool speed while allowing manual control for added distance.

 

Best Fishing Applications

Everyday fishing, medium-weight lures, sidearm casts, pitching, and other technical casting.

 

Recommended Lures

Free rigs, Texas rigs, crankbaits, topwaters, medium-sized swimbaits .

Smart Mode

Settings 3–4

Automatically adjusts braking to changing casting conditions for a balance of control, accuracy, and performance.

 

Best Fishing Applications

Changing wind conditions, unfamiliar waters, and precision casting around cover, docks, and timber.

 

Recommended Lures

Jigs, Texas rigs, frogs, lighter weight baits.

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Cast with Confidence

The Digital Brake (DB) system automatically controls spool rotation throughout your cast to reduce backlash and deliver smooth, consistent casts.

DB FAQS

The Digital Braking (DB) system is an electronic braking system that controls spool rotation
throughout the cast to help minimize backlashes and improve castability.

The Digital Braking (DB) system is an electronic braking system that controls spool rotation
throughout the cast to help minimize backlashes and improve castability.

DB technology helps create a smoother, more enjoyable fishing experience with fewer
interruptions on the water. With less time spent managing backlashes, the DB system provides a
"set it and forget it" braking system for casting in all conditions

DB technology helps create a smoother, more enjoyable fishing experience with fewer
interruptions on the water. With less time spent managing backlashes, the DB system provides a
"set it and forget it" braking system for casting in all conditions

The DB system uses electronic control to manage spool rotation throughout the cast, helping reduce backlashes without relying on manual braking. When set to setting 4 to max, the angler is required to use minimal "thumb braking".

The DB system uses electronic control to manage spool rotation throughout the cast, helping reduce backlashes without relying on manual braking. When set to setting 4 to max, the angler is required to use minimal "thumb braking".

Yes, it is rated up to IPX8 water rating.

Yes, it is rated up to IPX8 water rating.

The DB system offers multiple setting ranges to match your experience level, fishing conditions, and lure selection. 

  • 1–2 (Expert / Long Cast Mode): Minimal braking for maximum casting distance. Best for experienced anglers making long casts with heavier lures, such as deep-diving crankbaits, spinnerbaits, vibrating jigs, lipless crankbaits, larger swimbaits, and glide baits.
  • 2–3 (Versatility Mode): Semi-assisted braking that balances automatic control with manual spool management. Ideal for everyday fishing, medium-weight lures, sidearm casts, pitching, and technical casting with free rigs, Texas rigs, crankbaits, topwaters, and medium-sized swimbaits.
  • 3–4 (Smart Mode): Automatically adjusts braking to changing conditions for a balance of control, accuracy, and performance. Great for windy conditions, unfamiliar waters, and precision casting around cover with jigs, Texas rigs, frogs, and lighter-weight baits.
  • 4+ (Safe Mode): Provides maximum braking throughout the cast to help minimize backlashes. Recommended for beginners, windy conditions, and finesse presentations where casting control is the priority.

The DB system offers multiple setting ranges to match your experience level, fishing conditions, and lure selection. 

  • 1–2 (Expert / Long Cast Mode): Minimal braking for maximum casting distance. Best for experienced anglers making long casts with heavier lures, such as deep-diving crankbaits, spinnerbaits, vibrating jigs, lipless crankbaits, larger swimbaits, and glide baits.
  • 2–3 (Versatility Mode): Semi-assisted braking that balances automatic control with manual spool management. Ideal for everyday fishing, medium-weight lures, sidearm casts, pitching, and technical casting with free rigs, Texas rigs, crankbaits, topwaters, and medium-sized swimbaits.
  • 3–4 (Smart Mode): Automatically adjusts braking to changing conditions for a balance of control, accuracy, and performance. Great for windy conditions, unfamiliar waters, and precision casting around cover with jigs, Texas rigs, frogs, and lighter-weight baits.
  • 4+ (Safe Mode): Provides maximum braking throughout the cast to help minimize backlashes. Recommended for beginners, windy conditions, and finesse presentations where casting control is the priority.

  No, it is completely battery-free. The system relies entirely on kinetic energy captured directly from the rotation of the spool during your cast. It generates its own power automatically, meaning you never have to plug it in or replace dead batteries.  

  No, it is completely battery-free. The system relies entirely on kinetic energy captured directly from the rotation of the spool during your cast. It generates its own power automatically, meaning you never have to plug it in or replace dead batteries.