On the look out for a new set of 3 new reels. Had Daiwa Tournament S 5000T's before and am tempted to get them again. I've also seen the Shimano Power Aero's which look to fit the bill and through a discount via my work I can get them for £290 each. Another that I quite like the look of are the Daiwa Basia DCR's but I noticed that they hold considerably less line than the other 2 I've looked at. I'm not sure if I will realistically be able to get these under £400 either but depending on what people's opinions are on them I may be prepared to go over the budget allowed, but not by too much. Also open to other suggestions for something comparable.
Not sure either what deals may be available in January so trying to form a plan now.
They will be paired with a new set of custom built Torrix (3lb or 3 1/4lb, not decided yet) that I'm probably choosing as another treat to myself in the new year.
The venue I'll be fishing is a 36 acre gravel pit 90% of the time but I'll also be doing the occasional visit to a small club lake of around 3 acres but I don't have enough money to get a second cheaper set up for the smaller water and as said, most of my time will be on the bigger venue. I'll also be using this set up for France hopefully.
Thanks in advance. 👍
Not sure either what deals may be available in January so trying to form a plan now.
They will be paired with a new set of custom built Torrix (3lb or 3 1/4lb, not decided yet) that I'm probably choosing as another treat to myself in the new year.
The venue I'll be fishing is a 36 acre gravel pit 90% of the time but I'll also be doing the occasional visit to a small club lake of around 3 acres but I don't have enough money to get a second cheaper set up for the smaller water and as said, most of my time will be on the bigger venue. I'll also be using this set up for France hopefully.
Thanks in advance. 👍
In reply to Post #1
There are only a small handful of mass produced reels from any manufacturer that cost more than £400 each
Wait for the sales and buy whatever you want. Go on, knock yourself out.
There are only a small handful of mass produced reels from any manufacturer that cost more than £400 each
Wait for the sales and buy whatever you want. Go on, knock yourself out.
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Get the 5000t's. Not the best reel but above all else it's reliable and fishing big pits you will need that 👍🏼
Get the 5000t's. Not the best reel but above all else it's reliable and fishing big pits you will need that 👍🏼
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Personal preference but I would take the power airo's at that price, wouldn't want those rods though as for me the 12ft 6inch torrix te is a much nicer blank. If however the fishing is up to 100 yards I'd use what I have, 3ld 12ft hearns and ultegra ci4 5500's, cheaper and a joy to use.
Personal preference but I would take the power airo's at that price, wouldn't want those rods though as for me the 12ft 6inch torrix te is a much nicer blank. If however the fishing is up to 100 yards I'd use what I have, 3ld 12ft hearns and ultegra ci4 5500's, cheaper and a joy to use.
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Keep an eye on total fishing, or contact them and ask about offers. I got 3 basia slds for under £1200. £400 a reel, most reels available will be obtainable
tournies are ok, and yes reliable. But they are awful to use. I think, because I have the slds aswell, every time I use the tournies they feel worse and worse in hand.
Keep an eye on total fishing, or contact them and ask about offers. I got 3 basia slds for under £1200. £400 a reel, most reels available will be obtainable
tournies are ok, and yes reliable. But they are awful to use. I think, because I have the slds aswell, every time I use the tournies they feel worse and worse in hand.
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Rods wise, worth having a look at the aviators aswell.
Rods wise, worth having a look at the aviators aswell.
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In what way is it a nicer blank please mate? I was told by the guys in Johnson Ross that the Torrix would cover both the distance if I need it and be forgiving under the tip. I appreciate that I'm not going to get one set of rods to do everything but been told the Torrix will cover most situations.
In what way is it a nicer blank please mate? I was told by the guys in Johnson Ross that the Torrix would cover both the distance if I need it and be forgiving under the tip. I appreciate that I'm not going to get one set of rods to do everything but been told the Torrix will cover most situations.
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Basia SLD and Torrix 12ft 3.25, they are a wonderful blank.
Basia SLD and Torrix 12ft 3.25, they are a wonderful blank.
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I have torrix and aviators, and tye aviators are definitely a better blank for bigger water. Little bit more back bone
I have torrix and aviators, and tye aviators are definitely a better blank for bigger water. Little bit more back bone
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Thanks Heff. Which of these two is more enjoyable for playing fish though? The smaller water I fish is only around 3 acres and I used to use 2.5lb Century Armalites on which were amazing for playing fish on. The 36 acre pit I fish I had Chimeras in 3lb tc.
Thanks Heff. Which of these two is more enjoyable for playing fish though? The smaller water I fish is only around 3 acres and I used to use 2.5lb Century Armalites on which were amazing for playing fish on. The 36 acre pit I fish I had Chimeras in 3lb tc.
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What you want is some aviator flex, can chuck a lead well but are a joy to play fish on
What you want is some aviator flex, can chuck a lead well but are a joy to play fish on
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Cheers IP100. What about reels as per the topic. I'll have a look at the rods next time I'm in the shop.
Cheers IP100. What about reels as per the topic. I'll have a look at the rods next time I'm in the shop.
Didn't everyone go through this exact same thread for you about a month ago?
If you're not stuck on brand new I'd get a set of the original Castizms for those rods. But I'd also be looking at the Aviator Flex blank over the Torrix.
If you're not stuck on brand new I'd get a set of the original Castizms for those rods. But I'd also be looking at the Aviator Flex blank over the Torrix.
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A nicer blank to play fish than the 12ft 3.25tc, strange what johnson Ross said as I know many of them used the 12ft 6inch torrix te themselves. A rod to cover both waters will be a compromise especially with what you have used, those chimeras in 3lb were a great rod. The aviator flex as suggested may suit you well.
A nicer blank to play fish than the 12ft 3.25tc, strange what johnson Ross said as I know many of them used the 12ft 6inch torrix te themselves. A rod to cover both waters will be a compromise especially with what you have used, those chimeras in 3lb were a great rod. The aviator flex as suggested may suit you well.
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I did ask about rods but I think that was on someone else's thread. This thread is for advise on some reels but it seems to have gotten side tracked a bit. Apologies.
I did ask about rods but I think that was on someone else's thread. This thread is for advise on some reels but it seems to have gotten side tracked a bit. Apologies.