Halibut rig question

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by alanw

Yea I put my reel into gear too while the pole was in the rod holder, until a big ole ray hit it and nearly tipped me over

Now I'm sure to leave it in bait clicker mode

my rod is always in gear but I never have the clicker on. Personally, I don't think you need the clicker when you fish on a kayak......you'll know if you're on. I always setup my drag so that it will set the hook but will also allow the fish to run.