Breakaway Tackle · Rod & Reel Care
Breakaway Tackle Cannon BC1 Casting Aid, Plastic, Medium
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- Item weight
- 0.02 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 3.43 x 3.15 x 1.02 inches
Quick take
A finger trigger that mounts on a spinning rod butt to aid line control during casting.
The Breakaway Cannon is a small plastic line-release trigger for fixed-spool reels. It tapes to the rod butt behind the spool, so the index finger can pin the line under the trigger and let go at the moment of the cast. It suits anglers casting medium-power spinning rods with 4-6 lb line who want to keep a bare finger off the line.
Best for
- Anglers with reduced hand strength or grip issues
- Fixed spool reel casting technique improvement
- Light to medium line weights with spinning reels
Skip if
- You use baitcasting reels exclusively
- You already have good thumb control on your casting
Strengths
- Allows anglers to index the line with index finger for precision
- Mounts easily with tape, no permanent modification needed
- Lightweight plastic construction adds minimal weight to rod
Trade-offs
- Requires tape application and occasional re-securing
- Works best with light to medium line weights only
- Adds slight bulk at rod butt when mounted
Fishing fit
- Techniques
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | casting aid accessory |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.02 kg |
| Line weight | 4-6 lb |
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