surf casting reel
Nov 18, 2019 14:37:55 #
Ok. I read this thread from the beginning and I read all the answers. I think you want to buy a bait casting reel with level wind. As someone said Tackle Direct is a good company to deal with as is Terminal Tackle in NY. You can deal with them both on line or phone. A good reel close to what you want is a Calcutta 400 with the level wind. You can check the 2 websites for othersin that class. This would be my suggestion from my 40 or so years of surf fishing.
Nov 18, 2019 16:01:23 #
Some saltwater conventional reels have a twisted bar that will guide your line evenly onto the spool. If you learn to use your thumb to guide the line onto the spool it will become second nature to you.
I use a Penn Squidder for surf fishing if I want to cast farther out and bait and wait.
Majority of surf fish aren't that far out so a fresh water spinning rig will work fine here in SoCal. You can use lures or bait. For bait a double drop loop set up or a Carolina rig will work just fine.
Get your self a sand spike pole holder, you don't want to be laying your reel in the sand.
All of these new expensive reels are nice but out of my price range. I still have my Penn reels from the late fifties and they are maintained. For the bass in the San Diego Bay
I use a Penn 26, 12 pound test line with a 1960's Roddy Rod.
We also get Barracuda, Bonito, mackerel, and halibut in the bay.
I use a Penn Squidder for surf fishing if I want to cast farther out and bait and wait.
Majority of surf fish aren't that far out so a fresh water spinning rig will work fine here in SoCal. You can use lures or bait. For bait a double drop loop set up or a Carolina rig will work just fine.
Get your self a sand spike pole holder, you don't want to be laying your reel in the sand.
All of these new expensive reels are nice but out of my price range. I still have my Penn reels from the late fifties and they are maintained. For the bass in the San Diego Bay
I use a Penn 26, 12 pound test line with a 1960's Roddy Rod.
We also get Barracuda, Bonito, mackerel, and halibut in the bay.
Nov 18, 2019 16:27:36 #
Nov 18, 2019 16:34:54 #
You should definately should check out ALVEY Austrailian Surf Casting Reels and wattch their Videos.
Nov 18, 2019 16:51:00 #
Hey oldsalt. I have looked real hard at the Spinfisher 2 bailless. And it's definitely on my list. But I've never used a conventional reel and now I've got the itch. What do you (or anyone for that matter) think of the Abu Black Max. That can be had at Wallyworld for about 60 bucks. Is it worth it? And will it hold up if I take good care of it after I bring it in the house from playing in the ocean?
By the way, with EasternOZ's help I turned my Cabela's SaltStriker into a bailless. I've had it out in the yard but haven't really taken it fishing yet. But I don't like that reel, so I'm looking for a replacement. Thanks again for the help and motivation OZ.
By the way, with EasternOZ's help I turned my Cabela's SaltStriker into a bailless. I've had it out in the yard but haven't really taken it fishing yet. But I don't like that reel, so I'm looking for a replacement. Thanks again for the help and motivation OZ.
Nov 18, 2019 16:59:01 #
Bcurtisbaldwin wrote:
You should Definately check ALVEY Austrailan Surf Reels.
I have and they're very interesting, but I don't think they would work for me. I can't justify spending that much money on a reel that I'm going to use at the most 8 or 10 times a year. I don't live by the coast but I do get over there to fish about 3 or 4 times a year. And my targeted fish are surf perch which don't get much bigger than 2 pounds usually. I don't think that reel would be neccesary and I'm trying to go as light as possible. So yeah, I have looked at them and if I lived over there, were targeting stripers and such and if I were 30 or 40 years younger, one of those might be a consideration. Thanks.
Nov 18, 2019 17:38:06 #
Garry
Loc: Wellborn, Florida
This might help
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6DLvlFfS_w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P4fw2vlTY4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43rpQmCRJBw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6DLvlFfS_w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P4fw2vlTY4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43rpQmCRJBw
Nov 18, 2019 17:44:18 #
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Nov 19, 2019 00:41:57 #
If you are willing to put in some practice a good revolving spool out fit will cast just as far as a spinning outfit. The energy it takes to get the spool rolling is offset by the line slap of a spinning reel. In truly expert hands the revolving spool (casting reel) probably wins. In respect to the level wind it will cost you some distance even if it is one that disengages on the cast. The level wind has the advantage for small fish trolling or bottom fishing from a boat, while most big fish trollers or long distance casters go without a level wind. If you will be catching fish that take out a lot of drag the revolving spool reel has the advantage of not twisting your line for every revolution against the drag. All that being said, if you don't have the time or inclination to really learn how to cast, you should probably just go with a good quality spinning outfit. Unless you are going for big sharks from shore. It that case, good luck!
Nov 19, 2019 01:21:04 #
Nope, no big fish. Going for surf perch which generally go about 2 pounds or under, but they are fighters. So I'm looking to down-size. After all this discussion (and I do appreciate everyone's input, thank you) I'm looking for relatively light weight baitcaster reel that is robust enough to take some abuse out in the surf and that is in my price range: $150, give or take. Most surf perch are caught within 20 yards or so of the shore so it doesn't need to cast like a demon, and I usually use a standard Carolina rig with 1/2 oz or so sinker and plastic grubs. Any suggestions?
Nov 19, 2019 10:08:09 #
If a fish is taking line, your drag is doing it's job. Cranking your reel at that time is counter productive - and yes - with a spinning reel you are simply putting twists in your line. Either tire the fish out by letting him take line and/or tighten your drag. Use your rod - pull up, reel down.
Nov 19, 2019 11:07:45 #
Scraps
Loc: Port Charlotte FL/ Cape Cod MA
I think some folks are getting confused by the language you are using. You say you want a conventional reel , but I think what you mean is a bait caster as opposed to a spinning reel. If that is correct then someone more familiar with bait casters than I am , can try to help you.
Nov 19, 2019 11:29:36 #
greenfrog
Loc: Central NJ
I keep thinking an abu garcia 6500 c3 will work for you. I know it has a levelwind but won't make much difference in distance. Plus if you throw lures with it the levelwind is a plus.
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