Upgrading Your Shimano Tranx 200 Power Handle
I recently swapped out my stock grip for a shimano tranx 200 power handle, and honestly, the difference in cranking power is night and day. If you've been using the standard double paddle handle that comes in the box, you know it's fine for finesse stuff or light plastic work, but it starts to feel a bit "thin" when you're pulling a deep-diving crankbait or trying to wrestle a stubborn fish out of heavy cover. The Tranx 200 is already a beast of a reel—it's built like a tank but sized like a sports car—so giving it a handle that actually matches its internal torque just makes sense. ...