Need help to complete calico setup

[686explorer]

Okay so I just purchased a seeker inshore BSCW 708-7 rod and I need a reel to complete the setup. Will mainly flipping plastic in the kelp targeting calico but also want something that can handle a yellow just in case I hook one. I have narrowed it down to a shimano calcutta 400b or an Avet sx w/mc. For someone who is not that good at casting conventional reels I am strongly considering the avet. What do you guys think?

[bus kid]

Avet. only because you didnt list a Daiwa.

[686explorer]

That's funny because I was looking at a Daiwa sealine 20 the other day but just thought that because of the price, quality and technology would be less superior. .

[bus kid]

Originally Posted by 686explorer

That's funny because I was looking at a Daiwa sealine 20 the other day but just thought that because of the price, quality and technology would be less superior. .

search the classified section on here for sealine, note the time the reel was listed for sale and when it sold...

If your looking to spend $$$ then look at the Saltiga, if you want to spent more$$$ there is a 2 speed saltiga.

[swank]

If you're planning on tossing plastics 99% of the time your best bet is (imo) to stick with a baitcaster. A curado 300 / Luna 300 / Toro 50-60 / Penn Sargus all have the power to bring in a schoolie yellow (Carbontex drag upgrades would be nice on the Shimano).
If you dont like low profile then a round caster like the Calcutta 300 (400 is a bit much for bass, but it works), Daiwa Luna, okuma and Abu make some great round casters too.

I have an Avet SX 6/4 and I dont think you'd like it for throwing plastics to much, great for live bait though, gotta love that lever drag.

You will recast a plastic 10x more than you would live bait (which you'll usually soak)
Having to guide the line onto the reel 200 times in an hour is a pain in the butt.
The SX freespools like a mother- prepare for birdsnests (unless you get the MC, but then you still have the issues listed above)
Levelwinds on the newer casters are pretty sturdy, i can throw light irons on my 300dsv with no qualms, and supports a lot of weight
Low pros weight less :P
It all comes down to personal preference I guess.

Just my .02, PM me if you have any questions


edit: A low pro would also fit nicely with that Trigger seat on the rod

[Lets_Fish]

Check with John (Fishaholic) in the classifieds, he will be @ Peters Landing in Huntington Harbor this Saturday. Great rods & reels up for grabs from him.

[FlyFishinYakr]

Originally Posted by 686explorer

Okay so I just purchased a seeker inshore BSCW 708-7 rod and I need a reel to complete the setup. Will mainly flipping plastic in the kelp targeting calico but also want something that can handle a yellow just in case I hook one. I have narrowed it down to a shimano calcutta 400b or an Avet sx w/mc. For someone who is not that good at casting conventional reels I am strongly considering the avet. What do you guys think?

Have you considered the Newel 220? 220's will cast a 'dine a country mile like a baitcaster and yet has the drag of an much larger reel (button down the drag & you'll break the line before the drag gives).
Personally, I like my Curado 300EJ's. One loaded with 30# PP and the other with 50# PP on my Calstar 196-8 and 220 (Hoping to replace with Teramars 80M & MH).
I've also used the Daiwa Luna Series (253) with PP.

[Amish Ed]

Get a baitcaster with a levelwind as others have said. I'd go with a Curado 300. It'll definitely handle a yellow too.