In reply to Post #29
You'd be surprised at some of the retrieval rates of big name reels that are mentioned on here , some are really poor
You'd be surprised at some of the retrieval rates of big name reels that are mentioned on here , some are really poor
yes, the low retrieve rate (89cm) would be my only criticism of the FX9 reels .... I still prefer them over Shimano XTB & XTC's i had in the past though.
In reply to Post #32
Yeah I was close to getting some Fx9's a few years back but that did put me off... I'm currently using Okuma INC-6000's on my 10ft rods and they were quoted as having 104cm and are super light.
Yeah I was close to getting some Fx9's a few years back but that did put me off... I'm currently using Okuma INC-6000's on my 10ft rods and they were quoted as having 104cm and are super light.
In reply to Post #30
Carp Diem Spot on I have actualy read on here people claiming windcasts are good reels you couldn't make it up .Sometimes I think it's a wind up people want you to spend money on junk .I have come to the conclusion it's just that they can't be full shillings .
Carp Diem Spot on I have actualy read on here people claiming windcasts are good reels you couldn't make it up .Sometimes I think it's a wind up people want you to spend money on junk .I have come to the conclusion it's just that they can't be full shillings .
In reply to Post #33
I bought some Okuma Inc 6000 during lockdown so not used yet. They are on my 2.25lb rods which suit perfectly .... I would say i prefer the FX9's on my heavier rods though, they just feel a bit better to me
I bought some Okuma Inc 6000 during lockdown so not used yet. They are on my 2.25lb rods which suit perfectly .... I would say i prefer the FX9's on my heavier rods though, they just feel a bit better to me
In reply to Post #32
That's similar to the cult much loved tournament 5000. Personally I don't need a high speed retrieve unless spod/spombing.
That's similar to the cult much loved tournament 5000. Personally I don't need a high speed retrieve unless spod/spombing.
In reply to Post #1
Ultegra 5500 are decent for the money but they do feel a bit cheap compared to reels that are slightly higher in price!
Ultegra 5500 are decent for the money but they do feel a bit cheap compared to reels that are slightly higher in price!
In reply to Post #36
The faster the retrieve, the higher stress the gearing is under too.
The faster the retrieve, the higher stress the gearing is under too.
In reply to Post #38
How is everyone finding the okuma inc 6000s? Do they come with a Spare spool? Tempted to chop by 5500 xtbs in for some
How is everyone finding the okuma inc 6000s? Do they come with a Spare spool? Tempted to chop by 5500 xtbs in for some
In reply to Post #39
Very good reels mate. Dont come with a spare spool but u can buy one and still be cheaper than other reels. Clutch is so smooth. Adam Penning couldnt rate them high enough when spoke to him about them. For £60 max these are a bargain.
Very good reels mate. Dont come with a spare spool but u can buy one and still be cheaper than other reels. Clutch is so smooth. Adam Penning couldnt rate them high enough when spoke to him about them. For £60 max these are a bargain.
In reply to Post #39
They are a hell of a lot of reel for the money... shop around and you can get them for around £46 each. Think I got all three for £125 posted.
From the very limited use I've had with them they seem very good. I've still got a spare Okuma Custom Black reel I use on the spomb / marker rod and I prefer these for short to medium range.
Longevity wise who knows (I still have an old Okuma baitrunner I've owned since 1998 and that is still running fine).
They are a hell of a lot of reel for the money... shop around and you can get them for around £46 each. Think I got all three for £125 posted.
From the very limited use I've had with them they seem very good. I've still got a spare Okuma Custom Black reel I use on the spomb / marker rod and I prefer these for short to medium range.
Longevity wise who knows (I still have an old Okuma baitrunner I've owned since 1998 and that is still running fine).
In reply to Post #41
Do you mind sharing where you got them from mate? How do you find the custom black in comparison?
Do you mind sharing where you got them from mate? How do you find the custom black in comparison?
A mate of mine has the shimano 5500 xtd on his 10ft rods.He just can't seem to get on with them and is thinking of some of the Okuma Inc 6000,would he be making a mistake changing.
In reply to Post #43
Can't speak for okuma as not seen or used them but anything is an upgrade from xtd imo I hated them
Can't speak for okuma as not seen or used them but anything is an upgrade from xtd imo I hated them
In reply to Post #44
Yeah he is the same
Yeah he is the same