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Hilltopper
02-15-2002, 05:50 AM
I have been using spinning gear to cast lures at night...primarily for fear of having to untangle a backlash in the dark/with minimal light. Was wondering what type of reels others use...spinning or casting ? Any suggestions for baitcasters thaqt might work better ?
Thanks !
Russ
Backwater Eddy
02-15-2002, 06:10 AM
Daiwa SS2-2000C & SS2-3000C is a great night or day spinning reel for shore casting plugs and jigs. Cast well, smooth,very smooth drag, no twist issues as long as you have your drag set properly. $150
The ABU Center Drag CD-3000 is another great choice. The center drag is very handy in the dark. Casts very smooth and 6 bearings makes it slick, good drag, very good bail spring sytstem too. $100
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Cangl
02-15-2002, 10:32 AM
Shimano, Mitchell rear drags, especially with current, wind and hang ups. The ability to down "shift" your drag setting when drifting away from a snag you cannot see saves lures and rigs.
Backwater Eddy
02-15-2002, 10:55 AM
Good point. I like rear drag reels myself, they are getting harder to find. They always like to put quick triggers on everything. I like them without all the extra stuff to reduce things that can go sour.
The new Mitchel 300X looks interesting to me too. I have not had a chance to try it yet. Simple is much better for me after dark.
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youngeye
02-15-2002, 10:55 AM
My favorite reel for casting cranks is the Shimano spirex, it has a trigger and is very easy to cast. One drawback is no instant anti-reverse, but that is not a big deal when you are fishing cranks. I think they run about $60.00. It also has an option of either rear drag or front drag.
Youngeye
IA
TC_EYEMAN
02-15-2002, 11:10 AM
Hilltopper-
Sounds like that casting at night thing might be a challenge to you. Do you turn down your TV when you smell something burning? Try the Zebco 202. Mine works better at night than during the day.
WAeyes
02-15-2002, 10:12 PM
Shimano Stradic 2000 spinning reel for me...day or night. It's a "reel" smoothy!