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Larger reel for throwing stickbaits offshore
Hey all,
I've been chasing kings in my kayak over the last few months and have received a new rod just recently that i need a new reel for. It's a heavier rod so I'm looking at a larger reel (compared to my Daiwa 2000/2500s). Does anyone have experience with the Daiwa Certate HD (current model), Daiwa Catalina (current model), or Shimano Twinpower SW? I haven't owned a Shimano since the Stradic FI first came out but i am tempted by the TP SW. Anyone got feedback to share on these reels? |
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If I were you I'd look for a 2012 Isla/Catalina on clearout, they are around $500 for the 5000 size. Second to that I'd look at a Saragosa.
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Cheers bud. I just read a bunch of stuff on the Alan Hawk site which mirrors pretty much all that you've said. Will definitely keep an eye out for the Catalina
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Out of curiosity, what rod have you got?
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Samurai Kestrel 25-40lb. I actually won it last week. It's certainly a heavy rod, especially for yak fishing, but it's quite light in hand. In feels lighter than my 20lb Megabass Racing Condition. Will probably use it for livebaiting also
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Haha! funny story, I won the exact same rod this time in 2015. They're a nice rod, load up really well and are comfortable to fight fish on. A 4500-5000 Daiwa would suit it really well.
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