Abstract: A fishing reel includes an adjustable dynamic drag mechanism and a static drag mechanism connected to a brake mechanism. The static drag mechanism allows a user to select a predetermined amount of static drag whereas the manually adjustable dynamic drag mechanism allows the user to instantly add more drag. The fishing reel also allows a user to set a maximum total drag (i.e., the combination of the static and the maximum dynamic drag) such that the user cannot accidentally add too much dynamic drag that could result in the total drag exceeding the strength of the fishing line. The fishing reel preferably includes an adjustable leverage mechanism that allows the user to select the desired amount of mechanical advantage. In the preferred embodiment, the brake mechanism includes a ratchet plate, a yoke, and a friction ring disposed between the plate and the yoke.

Abstract: A fishing reel drag mechanism includes a manually adjustable dynamic drag mechanism as well as a static drag brake mechanism. The static drag brake mechanism allows a fisherman to select a predetermined amount of static or constant drag whereas the manually adjustable dynamic drag mechanism allows the fisherman to instantly add or lessen the total amount of drag while playing a hooked fish. The manually adjustable dynamic drag mechanism includes a dynamic brake member, a lever, and linkage. The linkage may also include an adjustable leverage mechanism that allows the user to select the desired amount of mechanical advantage. The static drag brake mechanism includes a brake member and a static drag adjuster. The static drag adjuster preferably includes a static drag selection device, a static drag adjustment cam, and an adjustment link pin. The static drag adjustment cam preferably includes a curved channel having a circumferentially decreasing radius.