Control Casting Reel
Control Casting Reel
Rod, Reel, Line Suggestions?
I like to wade fish for smallmouth bass and I need to get a new rod and reel specifically for that. I used to use an ultra-light, but I am moving on. I want more casting distance and control. I was think a medium-light action spinning combo. What about line, I was thinking 6-10 pound monfilament, or possibly a very light braid, like 2-4 pound. The river I fish is rock bottom with some wood and stuff near the banks, if that makes a difference in your reccomendation.
Adam S,
You are right on medium light action spinning combo being the best. And you were also right about the line recommendations. I would actually prefer a mono or fluorocarbon over a braid. The braid has high visibility and small mouth bass can be line shy. I will start out with the reel of choice that would be very much suited for your fishing situation.
Reel ~ I would definitely go with a spinning reel. Not an overly huge reel, but one that will handle 8 lb. line easily. I, however think you don’t have to spend a ton on a river small mouth reel. I would get the Abu Garcia 100 in the C102 version ~ http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_74046____SearchResults?ordProd=Y&CMID=BOTTOM_selectitems#itemDetail This reel will work for practically all your lures, and has a nice amount of ball bearings, and is made by a quality company, Abu Garcia.
Rod ~ For a rod i would recommend a 6 1/2 ft. medium light action spinning rod to go along with your reel. Once again, no high costly rod is needed. The Berkley Lightning Rod would do great ~ http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_89130____SearchResults?ordProd=Y&CMID=BOTTOM_selectitems#itemDetail Get the 6 ft. or 6 1/2 ft. medium light action rod.
Line ~ For line, mono would be the obvious choice. You need a sensitive, good casting mono such as Berkley Trilene XL Smooth Cast ~ http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_10206478____SearchResults Go for the 8 lb. test in clear color. This is a VERY VERY good line for small mouth bass fishing.
That set-up should cost you under $100.
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Shimano Tyrnos: The Next Generation Shimano Reels
Are you looking for a light reel that will help you catch the big fish? The Shimano Tyrnos is the latest addition to Shimano lever drag reels for offshore fishing. Made with the best Shimano can offer, this single speed lever drag Shimano reel is ready for saltwater action and endless adventure. Not only is it built for trolling, it can also be used for casting and live bait fishing. It comes out as a multi-purpose reel, flexible enough to be used in all kinds of fishing trips and contests.
Among the Shimano Tyrnos’ many remarkable features are its lightweight aluminum frame with graphite sideplates, oversized gears for increased power, an oversized handle with an ergonomic rubber power grip for greater torque, a ratcheting drag lever to eliminate lever movement due to boat vibrations, 4 stainless steel anti-rust ball bearings, a high speed ratio, an alternating twin pawl anti-reverse design, exclusive ball bearing titanium drag, stainless steel reel foot, and a loud click strike alarm with enough tension to hold large baits. A Topless or Reduced Profile Top Crossbar offers you increased line control when casting, dropping back baits, or releasing lures while trolling.
The Shimano Tyrnos has an easy to use pre-programmable lever drag with an almost unlimited range. It can go from Free to Strike to Full and any pressure between these. To change the drag, move the lever forward to place it in the Strike position. To progressively increase the drag force to full, just press the Strike Stop Button located in the drag lever quadrant so you can shift the lever to the Full position. The pre-programmable Strike button can be continually adjusted until you are pleased with the tension. Once you have fixed the drag setting, you can use the Strike button repeatedly with the same resulting tension.
There are currently six Shimano Tyrnos models to choose from: TYR8, TYR10, TYR12, TYR16, TYR 20, and TYR30. Each model has a specific purpose for the different types of sport fishing inclinations. The inches of line retrieved per crank and maximum drag correspondingly increase with the increase in the model number. The Shimano Tyrnos models 8, 10, 12, and 16 have the topless design while the TYR20 and TYR30 are made with the Reduced Profile Top Crossbar.
This Shimano reel was engineered for easy handling and trouble-free maintenance so even the newbies of this sport can manage its upkeep without too much effort. The Shimano Tyrnos can be taken apart and cleaned with no trouble. Its drags were made for durable, long-lasting, and smooth performance even after repeated usage.
The Shimano Tyrnos has all the features you need for heavy-duty big game fishing. It has a lightweight but durable and sleek design. It is a versatile, all around reel that can cater to all your sport fishing preferences. It has been tried and tested under extreme pressure by both Shimano designers and engineers and avid sport fishing enthusiasts. So when you want intense saltwater action at its best, bring the Shimano Tyrnos with you.
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