In reply to Post #15
I think the black reels have less bearings in them.
I think the black reels have less bearings in them.
I've never really regretted selling any of my gear apart from reels, I'd keep them for sure,.... You'll use them again one day.
In reply to Post #16
Yeah you are right
Yeah you are right
In reply to Post #16
Probably run rougher than the originals then🙈
Probably run rougher than the originals then🙈
In reply to Post #19
And people bought them? They havent even got the retro appeal that the originals have.
And people bought them? They havent even got the retro appeal that the originals have.
In reply to Post #20
2600,5000t and 6000,s are all I own and they cover everything I need to do,I've owned a few newer sets of reels I personally just don't like them.In my opinion tournies have stood the test of time and something I wouldn't fish without.It's all opinions n bum holes everyone likes different things.As for the newer stuff only time will tell.
2600,5000t and 6000,s are all I own and they cover everything I need to do,I've owned a few newer sets of reels I personally just don't like them.In my opinion tournies have stood the test of time and something I wouldn't fish without.It's all opinions n bum holes everyone likes different things.As for the newer stuff only time will tell.
In reply to Post #21
The black tournaments are exactly the same internally but they have one ball bearing less (in the handle knob). For what its worth and at the risk if me sounding like a broken record i service hundreds of reels a year and theres really not much on the market that will stand the test of time like a tourny or ss3000. Quiet simply the design is old and no frills but that is exactly what makes them so durable. If the lack of infinate anti reverse is an issue then weston now do an upgrade with a lot more points.
The black tournaments are exactly the same internally but they have one ball bearing less (in the handle knob). For what its worth and at the risk if me sounding like a broken record i service hundreds of reels a year and theres really not much on the market that will stand the test of time like a tourny or ss3000. Quiet simply the design is old and no frills but that is exactly what makes them so durable. If the lack of infinate anti reverse is an issue then weston now do an upgrade with a lot more points.
In reply to Post #22
Same goes for a toyota previa, but doesnt mean they are nice to drive.
They are good reels and do a job, but durability does not make them the best reels on the market like people seem to suggest on here. I own a set so im not saying this because i am biased another way, but they arent nice to use in my opinion. Taking away durability, or sentimental feelings etc, youd never pick one up ina shop and go “wow, this reel is amazing, much better than every other reel here”
Same goes for a toyota previa, but doesnt mean they are nice to drive.
They are good reels and do a job, but durability does not make them the best reels on the market like people seem to suggest on here. I own a set so im not saying this because i am biased another way, but they arent nice to use in my opinion. Taking away durability, or sentimental feelings etc, youd never pick one up ina shop and go “wow, this reel is amazing, much better than every other reel here”
In reply to Post #23
I'm not suggesting they're the best reels to use Heff, simply offering an opinion on the longevity and reliability of them. The new emblems are lovely things and pretty good value for money in my opinion, no one can comment on the longevity of these yet as they're relatively new compared to the tournys but will the op gain much other than aesthetics (nothing wrong with that either!) probably not. A nicely set up tournament is smooth and a good balance on most of todays rods.
I'm not suggesting they're the best reels to use Heff, simply offering an opinion on the longevity and reliability of them. The new emblems are lovely things and pretty good value for money in my opinion, no one can comment on the longevity of these yet as they're relatively new compared to the tournys but will the op gain much other than aesthetics (nothing wrong with that either!) probably not. A nicely set up tournament is smooth and a good balance on most of todays rods.
In reply to Post #24
That wasnt aimed at you mate, just a general observation
That wasnt aimed at you mate, just a general observation
In reply to Post #25
Fair play Heff
Fair play Heff
In reply to Post #1
Incase any one was wondering ... I've kept the tournies and just upgraded the line clips lol
Incase any one was wondering ... I've kept the tournies and just upgraded the line clips lol
In reply to Post #27
Does a smoother or less clunky reel put more fish on the bank when compared to 100's of kilos of decent bait, and waters to catch them from? Honestly, carp anglers are a marketing man's dream... Hot puddings, TV aerials, what an absolute bunch of fannies...
Does a smoother or less clunky reel put more fish on the bank when compared to 100's of kilos of decent bait, and waters to catch them from? Honestly, carp anglers are a marketing man's dream... Hot puddings, TV aerials, what an absolute bunch of fannies...
In reply to Post #28
Amen brother 
Amen brother
In reply to Post #22
Your 2nd sentence says it all Ian. The fact you are able to service reels, ie there are parts available, is what's in their favour. The same can't be said for multiple shimano models and I noticed penn are now on their 3rd affinity
Your 2nd sentence says it all Ian. The fact you are able to service reels, ie there are parts available, is what's in their favour. The same can't be said for multiple shimano models and I noticed penn are now on their 3rd affinity