Recommended Line Size
Your 60-LH model reel will hold
approximately 500 metres of 7 kg line. If
fishing near rocks or other hazards use
heavier line to help avoid line breakage.
Filling the Spool with Line
Always take the line from the front of the
dispenser, never the side.
Wind firmly and evenly onto the spool,
spreading the line with your fingers to give
a smooth casting base.
Never stretch a nylon monofilament onto
a spool; when it goes back to its original
length it will exert strong enough crushing
action to damage your spool.
Never allow loose coils to develop on your
spool through careless uneven winding.
Adopt the habit of applying light finger
tension when retrieving line and spread
evenly over its bed.
Selecting a Rod
Your rod and reel outfit should be balanced
so you can hold it comfortably over long
periods.
A matched set, which has a point of balance
where it’s held in the left hand, will give you
the most comfortable posture. The ideal rod
for this reel should be 3.3 to 4.8m in length.
The use of a short butt brings the reel into a
natural position for rewinding with your
elbows at your side and without strain.
Rigs & Swivels
When used properly a brass swivel is a
very inexpensive and efficient way to keep
a fishing line in good condition. Curls and
twists in a line can be caused by many
things, but can be kept to a minimum by
the correct use of a swivel
Playing the Fish
When you are ready to set the hook lift the
rod with a smooth firm action and wind; if the
fish runs and demands line release your grip
on the handles and palm the spool by
applying a gentle pressure on the bottom
line surface of the spool.
Once the fish has been hooked always keep
a bend in the rod by holding it at an angle to
the fish. With the power of an Alvey reel
you are in control. Do not rush the fish.
Allow the fish to tire by keeping a steady
pressure on the spool. Many times the fish
is lost in the shore break. Keep a steady
tension on your line, a bend in the rod and
ease the fish ashore.
Maintenance
After each day of fishing wash off the salt
and sand. Use a light machine oil on
handles and index mechanism and lubricate
before storage.
Direct Wind Models
The direct wind series of reels are the
ultimate in simplicity. These reels allow
the angler to fish with the minimum of fuss
and attention to their gear. The light
weight allows the serious fisherman to fish
extensive hours without tiring. The thrill
of controlling a fish without the
interference of a non reverse drag action
puts the sport back in sports fishing. The
direct wind reel allows the spool to be
completely free running, allowing even the
most timid biting fish to take line without
interference.
Fish Alert
When leaving the rod and reel
unattended, activate the fish alert on the
back of the reel by selecting the ‘ON’
position. If a fish takes line, a warning
noise will be heard. Turn off the alert by
selecting the ‘OFF’ position.
The Simple
method for
LONG DISTANCE
SURF CASTING
With the world’s
best side-cast
reel –ALVEY!
Swivel must be above sinker
