Reels and Rods - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bajadog · 06-25-2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by MalibuJohnny

OK, I took a trip out to Bass Pro Shop and broused the seeminly endless choicees of reels...I don't know if these counter guys know as much as they would like you to think they do. Bottom line still looking. Although I did pick up a coastal and checked it out!

Well its off to Fishermans Hardware! and have a beer or 2 at Joe Jost's!

Malibu

Johnny, check this baitcaster at Westmarine.

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...3&classNum=477

MalibuJohnny · 06-25-2008, 11:03 AM

This one? Anyone have an suggestions? DAIWA RODS/REELS

ProCaster 100H Baitcaster Reel

bigderel · 06-25-2008, 11:29 AM

West Marine has the Shimano Citicas on sale right now for an unbelivable price. A 200 DPV would be a great fit. The Coastal is good too, I have one of those as well. The Abu Garcia Revo is a bit more, but a small, light workhorse.

With spotties I think a low profile (easy to palm and on the hands) is a great choice. I used to fish round reels but went to all low pros. In addition, you'll want something with levelwind for ease of retrieve. The Saltist & Sealines are great for certain things but a bit bulky and cumbersome for spottie fishing. Low pros are ideal reels for all bass fishing - I've even caught yellows and albies for fun on my Curado 300.

If you're dead set on a round reel - Diawa Lunas and Shimano Calcuttas are a good fit. Check out the Shimano Cardiff 200 or 300 as well - a bit cheaper and fully capable. All of these reels have levelwind.

06-25-2008, 11:03 AM	#2
MalibuJohnny Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lahina (I Wish) Posts: 272	Reel This one? Anyone have an suggestions? DAIWA RODS/REELS ProCaster 100H Baitcaster Reel Only $69.99 USD __________________ Malibu Johnny must catch fish

06-25-2008, 11:29 AM	#3
bigderel UberMember Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On the water Posts: 71	West Marine has the Shimano Citicas on sale right now for an unbelivable price. A 200 DPV would be a great fit. The Coastal is good too, I have one of those as well. The Abu Garcia Revo is a bit more, but a small, light workhorse. With spotties I think a low profile (easy to palm and on the hands) is a great choice. I used to fish round reels but went to all low pros. In addition, you'll want something with levelwind for ease of retrieve. The Saltist & Sealines are great for certain things but a bit bulky and cumbersome for spottie fishing. Low pros are ideal reels for all bass fishing - I've even caught yellows and albies for fun on my Curado 300. If you're dead set on a round reel - Diawa Lunas and Shimano Calcuttas are a good fit. Check out the Shimano Cardiff 200 or 300 as well - a bit cheaper and fully capable. All of these reels have levelwind.