[Steve F]

Need a little help; I’m looking for a good “Saltwater” reel to replace one that is going bad. I have been using Daiwa for some time and I really like them. I have been looking at the Daiwa SS 1300 but if there are others out there that might be a better for about the same price I would be interested. The reel will be matched up with a 6’6” M/H action rod and I do not want a reel that is over 10oz if possible.

Now if someone has a Daiwa SS II 2000 that would like to get rid of please let me know, I have one already is it’s my favorite reel.

 

[tydog]

Steve

Wish I could help ya buddy. But if you wanna get rid of that little okuma baitfeefer you got let me know :yes: . BTW thanks for the work on the rods, great stuff can't wait to use them.

Thanks
Alberto

 

[27 sailfish]

If you can not find the one you want- Penn makes some small but strong spinning reels.

 

[Lone Ranger]

Need a little help; I'm looking for a good "Saltwater" reel to replace one that is going bad. I have been using Daiwa for some time and I really like them. I have been looking at the Daiwa SS 1300 but if there are others out there that might be a better for about the same price I would be interested. The reel will be matched up with a 6'6" M/H action rod and I do not want a reel that is over 10oz if possible.

Now if someone has a Daiwa SS II 2000 that would like to get rid of please let me know, I have one already is it's my favorite reel.

Steve,Have You looked at the New Diawas?I'm a Diawa Fan myself.

 

[Seahunter]

I looked at the Diawa SS for my Spansih Rod but ended up with a Diawa Capricorn. Not compliants at all. :thumbup:

Having said that, I use an Okuma AV30 that I won as a raffle prize for jigging. It's stood up to everything the Bay has thrown at it and is still going strong after 4 seasons.

 

[rocksteady]

I really like the new Stradic 2500 and it comes in at 9.5 ounces .

 

[bookerreese]

try a penn sargus, hav 2 of them and no trouble!!!
Cabela's -- Penn® Sargus Spinning Reel

 

[rocksteady]

try a penn sargus, hav 2 of them and no trouble!!!
Cabela's -- Penn® Sargus Spinning Reel

Did you know that reel was a Pfleuger in sheeps clothing ? Since Shakespeare bought Penn , they have cleverly disguised alot of their reels by tweaking them with slightly different features . The Penn is basically a Pfleuger Medalist with less bearings but an all metal body .:yes:

 

[Steve F]

Guys I really appreciate all the advice and I have looked at all the reels you mention and some of them are just a little out of my price range. I don’t want to sound cheep but with the way things are right now my budget is only around $100.00 I do like the Okuma reel but is it good for Saltwater use.

 

[CaptMikeStarrett]

A new reel I have tested and holds up well is the Doug Hannon Wavespin Reel.

It is first new design I have seen that works..

I am getting three more in 2009.

Capt Mike

 

[Roger T]

A new reel I have tested and holds up well is the Doug Hannon Wavespin Reel.

It is first new design I have seen that works..

I am getting three more in 2009.

Capt Mike

These are supposed to have less line twist and cast farther from what I have read about them.When I looked at them they looked pretty nice but seemed heavy .
Pretty cool idea.

 

[Echo]

Go Here: WaveSpin System Fishing Cast Reels by Doug Hannon

They weigh the same as any Shimano...

Steve you cheap Skate.. Think Capt Starlett found you a reel.. Now tell " Mommy" to open the vault for the check book....;-)

 

[Steve F]

They weigh the same as any Shimano...

Steve you cheap Skate.. Think Capt Starlett found you a reel.. Now tell " Mommy" to open the vault for the check book....;-)[/QUOTE]

Thank You Capt. Mike I think you just found my "New" reel in fact I'm going to order it tonight. :thumbup:

Hey B, Momma does not know about this and now I need to figure out what I'm going to tell her when the credit card statement comes in. :eek2: By the way I keep my hands off the check book

 

[paxfish]

Shimano Spheros is great and I have a Diawa Tierra on my Cabela's wish list right now.

 

[JERRY NORRIS]

Just got a Pfluger Medalist last Monday and haven't had a chance to use it yet,but it is smoooooth.

Try this site: Fishing reels for sale and best fishing reels.

 

[Tom Hughes]

	Tom Hughes Guide Service
410.744.2351 Office	Full Time	443.690.3164 Boat
	Fly & Light Tackle Fishing Guide

Steve F: I have been using Daiwa, Exceler, 2500 Series for over a year and find them to be a reel deal. The last one I purchased was $59.99. They are fine for saltwater as long as you wash them down after each use. The drag system is excellent and they come with an extra spool.​

The only downside to this reel is that you have to keep tightening the handle knob down from time to time. If I were using the reel that wouldn't bother me, but with clients fishing I don't have full control. ​

Model Number​ ​

Action FW/SW​ ​

Bearings ​

Gear Ratio​ ​

Line Per Handle Turn​ ​

Wt. (oz.)​ ​

Line Capacity (Lb. Test/Yards)​ ​

Drag Max​ ​

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[TR][TD]Spinning

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[/TD][/TR][TR][TD]SS1300[/TD][TD]M/L[/TD][TD]3BB[/TD][TD]5:1[/TD][TD]26.4"[/TD][TD]8.50[/TD][TD]6/240, 8/165, 10/115[/TD][TD]15.5[/TD][/TR][TR][TD]EXC2500 [/TD][TD]ML/L [/TD][TD]2CRBB, 4BB, 1RB [/TD][TD]4.7: 1 [/TD][TD]27.6" [/TD][TD]9.90 [/TD][TD]6/210, 8/170, 10/140 [/TD][TD]8.8 [/TD][/TR]​

Good luck with your new selection.
_____________________
Tight Lines,​

Capt. Tom Hughes
Now Booking Summer, Fall, & CBBT Trips​

 

[WET WHISKERS]

Hard to beat Shimano Spheros. I have MANY. BILL