Helpful prevention tips include: Repair plumbing leaks as soon as possible
*Fish-On
Since the Avid-Xs retirement in 2021, I have found the Victory Lite-Weight Spinning (VTS610MLXF) to be a good substitute
Despite not being on par with $150 reels, its worth way more than the $49.99 price tag, in my opinion
Finesse Drag - Designed for low start-up inertia finesse applications, and where minute incremental adjustment, and silky smooth consistent drag pressure is required
A good electronics power setup should include: Correct wire size for the run Clean battery connections Proper fuse or circuit protection Secure cable routing Protection from sharp edges Separation from noisy power sources when possible A battery system that supports the boats full electrical load If your fishing boat has multiple displays, live sonar, a trolling motor, pumps, lights, and accessories, power planning becomes even more important