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chuwy4

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So im looking for a reel that will work great on the salt. I know there are many out there to choose from but wanted the imput of those who regularly fish the salt.

Looking forward to having a new reel for GS or used if someone is planning on upgrading.

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« Last Edit: April 25, 2015, 11:43:07 AM by chuwy4 »


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Chuwy, nice seeing you at Rollins.

I own the Lexa and Revo. I think both are nice, I like the feel of the Revo a little more. What you really need to consider is the drag. Look for a reel with at least 20lbs of drag. I've found it good keeping the big lings out of the rocks. I lost too many big fish to the rocks from a reel with a weak or shitty drag.

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You looking for a baitcaster, spinning, conventional. I fish shallow so I don't use big reels.my main baitcaster is a quantum energy with 50#powerpro. I dont know what the drag ratings is but im sure its no more than 10#.I just keep the drag tight.my spinning is a 4000 series shimano also with 50#powerpro so far these setup been serving me well.haven't felt the need for anything bigger
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You looking for a baitcaster, spinning, conventional. I fish shallow so I don't use big reels.my main baitcaster is a quantum energy with 50#powerpro. I dont know what the drag ratings is but im sure its no more than 10#.I just keep the drag tight.my spinning is a 4000 series shimano also with 50#powerpro so far these setup been serving me well.haven't felt the need for anything bigger

 Id like to stay away from spinning reels. Looking more towards casting.


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Ive been looking at the lexa 300.but I dont think I need that much line since im mainly using braid.I think my next reel will be a tatula hd, I dont like using heavy bulky gear if I can avoid it
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I have three revo toros and two revo inshore. You don't need 20lbs of drag for rock fish. I do believe that a thumb spool release is a big plus. The revo is pricey. All you need is a Lexa 100 or a 200. Start off with a lower price low profile reel.
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then get the lexa 100, tatula is more for fresh water.. revos have good rapport, but I've never used one.
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Best reel ever made Penn Squidder 140! Or the jigmaster. These reels are bullet proof. A lot of charters use them because they are easy to maintain and they just last. They are a bit on the large side for profile but they rock. You can pick them upfor a song.
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Best reel ever made Penn Squidder 140! Or the jigmaster. These reels are bullet proof. A lot of charters use them because they are easy to maintain and they just last. They are a bit on the large side for profile but they rock. You can pick them upfor a song.

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I appreciate the suggestions, now i just have to find the deal of the day on this reel. Looks like the lexa might b the winner. Or does anyone want to comment...

Thank you all.

Chuwy


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I got 3 lexa they're good all around reels..
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If you get decent low price reels you can have multiple setups. Shimano Cardiff is light weight and out the door cost about the same as getting a costly reel serviced. Don't get me wrong I like my $200 reel with $100 worth of upgrades but it is more of a luxury than a do everything. You could fish all day with a Cardif 400 paired with a Trevala ml. IMO a comfortable "sporting" combo. Spend the extra forty bucks on a salmon setup at some point...or now. :smt003
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