I like to use the slide because it allows you todo other things while your line is out. A trick I learned is to unclick the bail and run the line about a foot below the reel, slide a rubber band over the line and put your rod in its holder. When a fish hits it will pull the line from the band, not feeling a thing and run with it. You'll have plenty of time to put your beer down and go set the hook. Good Luck
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