however these days that is hardly an issue.redbug said:Well just to add my .02 worth I would go even higher I would go with a burner 7.0 to 1
I fish soft jerk baits around schooling fish and they can move around a lot, so I want to be able to get my lure back to the boat as fast as possible so I can make the next cast to the school.
One other thing to remember is that with a higher gear ratio you LOSE power.
Think of towing a boat or trailer you don't use your over drive (HIGHER GEAR RATIO ) you stay in drive and down shift on hills.
Wayne