Any thoughts on Shimano TLD reel? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

FISH11 · 07-17-2014, 08:06 PM

I have a TLD 15 that I've had for over 16 years and have never had any problems with it. It was my only saltwater reel when I started Kayak fishing. Out of all the reels I now have I still like the way the lever drag works the best, it it so easy to control and adjust. I would not have any problems purchasing another or larger size TLD. The only thing I hooked that I was not able to land (I don't think anything could) was a gray whale that took my flylined greenback on December 31, 2013 of La Jolla. Gave me a sleigh ride before I cut the 65 lb braided line.

07-17-2014, 08:06 PM	#7
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	I have a TLD 15 that I've had for over 16 years and have never had any problems with it. It was my only saltwater reel when I started Kayak fishing. Out of all the reels I now have I still like the way the lever drag works the best, it it so easy to control and adjust. I would not have any problems purchasing another or larger size TLD. The only thing I hooked that I was not able to land (I don't think anything could) was a gray whale that took my flylined greenback on December 31, 2013 of La Jolla. Gave me a sleigh ride before I cut the 65 lb braided line. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )