I'm looking to get a set of 3 new big pits to go with my Shimano TX2s. I'm not looking to break the bank for them.
I've looked at the Penns but struggling to find 3 under £400. Ideally looking up to £250 for the set.
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance
I've looked at the Penns but struggling to find 3 under £400. Ideally looking up to £250 for the set.
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance
In reply to Post #1
First listing on eBay for Penn affinity reels, mark 3 7000, buy 3 @ £105.64 each. If you can stretch your budget a bit they are incredible for the price. I've had my mark 1 set for probably close to 10 years now and never had them serviced, just the occasional clean and they're still going strong. Alot of good things to be said about them on here I'm sure others will chime in
Item number: 373302458333
First listing on eBay for Penn affinity reels, mark 3 7000, buy 3 @ £105.64 each. If you can stretch your budget a bit they are incredible for the price. I've had my mark 1 set for probably close to 10 years now and never had them serviced, just the occasional clean and they're still going strong. Alot of good things to be said about them on here I'm sure others will chime in
Item number: 373302458333
In reply to Post #1
Have a look at the Okuma T Rex 7000 they have great reviews
Have a look at the Okuma T Rex 7000 they have great reviews
I've got some shimano speedmaster 14000 xtc and I really like them. Never had any top of the line reels but these feel way better than any other big pits that I've owned. I payed around £300 for three but that was a while ago so you may be able to find some cheaper now.
In reply to Post #2
If you can stretch your budget, I would go without a doubt for the Penn reel
If you can stretch your budget, I would go without a doubt for the Penn reel
In reply to Post #5
How do the Okuma 8Ks compare with the Penns? I would love to stretch my budget and may well still do that... but the okuma's I used for Barbel fishing are still going strong after 15 years.
How do the Okuma 8Ks compare with the Penns? I would love to stretch my budget and may well still do that... but the okuma's I used for Barbel fishing are still going strong after 15 years.
In reply to Post #6
8000 reels tend to be absolute units when it comes to reels, well in the Penn's anyway. Mainly used for fishing off a boat if thats your thing
8000 reels tend to be absolute units when it comes to reels, well in the Penn's anyway. Mainly used for fishing off a boat if thats your thing
In reply to Post #7
No I'm looking for something to go with my TX2s 12ft that have the capability to reach 120-130yrds
I think that the 7000 size reels are prob best for what I'm looking for but happy to be convinced otherwise
No I'm looking for something to go with my TX2s 12ft that have the capability to reach 120-130yrds
I think that the 7000 size reels are prob best for what I'm looking for but happy to be convinced otherwise
In reply to Post #8
The 8000 Penn's are huge , but that doesn't mean the okuma are too. The numbering of reels varies from brand to brand. The 7000 Penn's are what you want, you won't get better reels
The 8000 Penn's are huge , but that doesn't mean the okuma are too. The numbering of reels varies from brand to brand. The 7000 Penn's are what you want, you won't get better reels
In reply to Post #1
Maybe keep an eye on Facebook market place or eBay for a 2nd hand set of Daiwa Emblem 45's, my old man just got a set and they're really good for distance he loves them.
Maybe keep an eye on Facebook market place or eBay for a 2nd hand set of Daiwa Emblem 45's, my old man just got a set and they're really good for distance he loves them.
In reply to Post #10
Not for £250 for 3 you won't.
Not for £250 for 3 you won't.
Don t overlook Okumas !! 8k s for distance work , or t rex 7000 for general carping ... I have a massive reel collection and i really rate okumas against all of the other brands ..
In reply to Post #1
Worth a look for you maybe
Sonik AVX 10000 big pit Reels x 3 **new** + extras
http://www.carpforum.co.uk/Shared/Messages.asp?TopicID=431595
Worth a look for you maybe
Sonik AVX 10000 big pit Reels x 3 **new** + extras
http://www.carpforum.co.uk/Shared/Messages.asp?TopicID=431595
In reply to Post #11
I've got a set of 3 Emblem 19 45's, mint condition inc 2 gold spools (8 spools in total, only got 2 gold as I only use two rods for Barbel fishing). Would sell them for £320 the set, you're welcome to have a look if you're anywhere near Sheffield.
I've got a set of 3 Emblem 19 45's, mint condition inc 2 gold spools (8 spools in total, only got 2 gold as I only use two rods for Barbel fishing). Would sell them for £320 the set, you're welcome to have a look if you're anywhere near Sheffield.
In reply to Post #14
No thanks, I already own a set and wouldn't buy another
No thanks, I already own a set and wouldn't buy another