In reply to Post #30
The 7000 size seems perfect, I'll have a look around for them.
edit: Where can I find them? I've found other pricier penn reels when looking for them, and when I have found them they have been out of stock. Where did you get your reels from?
The 7000 size seems perfect, I'll have a look around for them.
edit: Where can I find them? I've found other pricier penn reels when looking for them, and when I have found them they have been out of stock. Where did you get your reels from?
They don't make them anymore, haven't for a while. There is a III version which is £160 or a more expensive Carbon version.
In reply to Post #32
Yh ive seen that. Way outside my budget then. Any other good reels for under £100?
Yh ive seen that. Way outside my budget then. Any other good reels for under £100?
In reply to Post #33
Mate I've told you there's some on Facebook now for 200...
Mate I've told you there's some on Facebook now for 200...
In reply to Post #34
Sorry mate, forgot to have a look. Not really sure though if I want penns or daiwas to be honest. There do seem to be a lot of people recommending penns but I don't want to rule out other good reels because I'm sure there are plenty good reels out there for well under £100. I would just like to get a bigger picture off the capability of other reels first, their price and performance.
Sorry mate, forgot to have a look. Not really sure though if I want penns or daiwas to be honest. There do seem to be a lot of people recommending penns but I don't want to rule out other good reels because I'm sure there are plenty good reels out there for well under £100. I would just like to get a bigger picture off the capability of other reels first, their price and performance.
In reply to Post #35
I think you are overthinking the whole thing. The reel is going to make a tiny difference to the distance you want to cast. Technique no.1, rod no.2, arguably line and reel are no.3. You'd be better off going for a lesson with Terry, Mark or look in the sea mags for a local casting tutor than getting tied in knots over what reel and line you need to buy.
Cheapest way of getting a big improvement in distance
I think you are overthinking the whole thing. The reel is going to make a tiny difference to the distance you want to cast. Technique no.1, rod no.2, arguably line and reel are no.3. You'd be better off going for a lesson with Terry, Mark or look in the sea mags for a local casting tutor than getting tied in knots over what reel and line you need to buy.
Cheapest way of getting a big improvement in distance
Rly grap the Daiwa 20 Crosscast 35 SCW (stunning reeels for that price)
In reply to Post #37
What about the 45 mil spool versions? only £100 at angling direct
What about the 45 mil spool versions? only £100 at angling direct
In reply to Post #32
I didn't realize they were out of stock everywhere. The rival longcast they do look a good option
I didn't realize they were out of stock everywhere. The rival longcast they do look a good option
I have cast a Vader x 3.5tc which I think is the older version to your ones. They should be ok with .38 level 2.5 or 3oz and a small bag. Don't get hung up on distance though. There is a lot more to this game than being able to cast a long way..
In reply to Post #40
2.5 to 3 oz? That's interesting. Have heard from somewhere that your rod should be able to cope with a lead 1/2 and ounce more than the test curve of your rod. Say for a 3lb TC rod, you should be able to cast a 3.5 oz lead. But anyways, will get out and do some testing with what the rod can handle. But yes, absolutely, there is more to than just casting massive distances. Plus you need to be able to fish effectively at those ranges. No point if you can cast 150yrds but not bait up at that range either!
2.5 to 3 oz? That's interesting. Have heard from somewhere that your rod should be able to cope with a lead 1/2 and ounce more than the test curve of your rod. Say for a 3lb TC rod, you should be able to cast a 3.5 oz lead. But anyways, will get out and do some testing with what the rod can handle. But yes, absolutely, there is more to than just casting massive distances. Plus you need to be able to fish effectively at those ranges. No point if you can cast 150yrds but not bait up at that range either!
In reply to Post #41
Yep 2.5 or 3oz in a bag. Will weigh getting on for 4oz. Also not sure if it's this thread but have a look for some 2nd hand Penn 7000's they can be found for £80+- often with spare spools.
Yep 2.5 or 3oz in a bag. Will weigh getting on for 4oz. Also not sure if it's this thread but have a look for some 2nd hand Penn 7000's they can be found for £80+- often with spare spools.
In reply to Post #38
If you can't cast 120 yards with the 35 you won't cast it with the 45 either.
If you can't cast 120 yards with the 35 you won't cast it with the 45 either.
In reply to Post #43
Kinda sums it up.....
Kinda sums it up.....
In reply to Post #43
So will it make no difference whether I choose the bigger reel rather than the smaller one?
So will it make no difference whether I choose the bigger reel rather than the smaller one?