Coddy Posted January 17, 2008 Report Posted January 17, 2008 Hi all Just got myself a new spinning rod, 2.1mtr very light. Now what reel to go with it? Fixed spool or multiplier? Any ideas of a reel or ones to avoid? Coddy Quote
Adam F Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 Depends on what you want to use it for. A fixed spool is usually best as it allows very light end tackle to be used, a mutliplier needs a bit of weight to get the spool turning. I used small 5500 size multipliers on my spinning rods, but then I use them for Bream mainly and they are on the heavier side. Shimano do some decent fixed spools to suit all budgets. Personally I also like a front drag for sea fishing, it gives a smaller more compact reel and the drag is easier to use when playing a fish. Quote
Wedger Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 you can pick up a nice Shimano Aero GTE for Quote
Paul J Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 A front drag is smoother and has a better adjustable range, rear drag are prone to seizing due to corrosion. a bait runner is useful for float and other types of bait fishing PJ Quote
Rob Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 I like the look of the Penn Captiva. Paul Rowcliffe has a 5000 (I think) it is very nice. There is also a baitrunner\freespool version too. I has 7 or 10 BB and is very smooth! Rob Quote
Paul J Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 A size 3000 or 4000 is a better size if you're going to be holding the rod all day, it balances better PJ Quote
Mike Fox Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 Having killed a number of fixed spool reels in the last 20 years, the bit that tends to go first for me is the line roller on the bale arm. Would recommend checking this carefully, and greasing it well before first usage. Any signs of sticking, then service carefully to avoid grooving. As with other reels, washing well extends lifespan. Mike Quote
plaicemat Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 I've been using Shimano Aero Baitrunner reels in sizes from 5000 to 8000 since they first came out for both salmon and sea fishing and never had any problem with them, perhaps because I am quite particular about cleaning and oiling after use. I use them for bass livebaiting and general spinning and would go out and buy another with no hesitation. It is a rear clutch type and I have had no problems with corrosion of this item, ever. I refer to my previous statement regarding maintenance. I commend them to the house. Now, somebody tell me how wrong I've been all these years and how crap they really are. Terry. Quote
Adam F Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 Now, somebody tell me how wrong I've been all these years and how crap they really are. Youre wrong - they are crap - there you go!! Seriously, they are cracking reels and I agree 100% with Terry, you could do alot worse. Quote
Sinbad Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 Or you could do what I did, and bought a french crap Mitchel for Quote
Gazza Posted January 18, 2008 Report Posted January 18, 2008 Dave, Been looking at the ABU Revo not too sure yet though anyone else use them? There a low profile baitcaster with thumb bar with a gear ratio 6.4.1 wich is pretty fast plus 10 bearings and a roller bearing. i would like to hear views on these...... if any? Gary Quote
Wedger Posted January 19, 2008 Report Posted January 19, 2008 (edited) If you like Penn reels, worth a gander at the Slammer live liner - here's my 560's slammer live liner Edited January 19, 2008 by Wedger Quote
Wedger Posted January 19, 2008 Report Posted January 19, 2008 (edited) Penn Slammer Live Liner 560L Edited January 19, 2008 by Wedger Quote
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