Reels and Rods - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Siebler · 06-20-2008, 02:34 PM

If you want to fish light line you dont want a sealine or saltist. the line is prone to getting caught between the spool and frame. Go with the coastal. I fish 4, 6, 8 and 10 on my coastal's.

mc08066 · 06-21-2008, 05:13 AM

Hi CJ,
Did not have that problem on Thursday with the plastics.

Just a quick note, I was only able to put about 240 yards (50lbs of braided line) on the reel without eventually getting line into the sides while fishing.

With that said, I will probably get a second one with-in two weeks.
Thanks,
Jimmy

MalibuJohnny · 06-21-2008, 01:42 PM

4lb? Trout anyone...?
I have 4 and 6 on my trout set up. Maybe I need to take a class!

Man I have 12 on most of my stuff!

Malibu!

john p. · 06-24-2008, 09:16 PM

CJ, reccomended the Coastal to me as well and I love it, if you are going to fish light line check it out.

bajadog · 06-25-2008, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by bassboyc

If you want to fish light line you dont want a sealine or saltist. the line is prone to getting caught between the spool and frame. Go with the coastal. I fish 4, 6, 8 and 10 on my coastal's.

Good point... I've never fished less than 10# on my saltwater reels.

MalibuJohnny · 06-25-2008, 07:46 AM

OK, I took a trip out to Bass Pro Shop and broused the seeminly endless choicees of reels...I don't know if these counter guys know as much as they would like you to think they do. Bottom line still looking. Although I did pick up a coastal and checked it out!

Well its off to Fishermans Hardware! and have a beer or 2 at Joe Jost's!

Malibu

bajadog · 06-25-2008, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MalibuJohnny

OK, I took a trip out to Bass Pro Shop and broused the seeminly endless choicees of reels...I don't know if these counter guys know as much as they would like you to think they do. Bottom line still looking. Although I did pick up a coastal and checked it out!

Well its off to Fishermans Hardware! and have a beer or 2 at Joe Jost's!

Malibu

Johnny, check this baitcaster at Westmarine.

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...3&classNum=477

MalibuJohnny · 06-25-2008, 11:03 AM

This one? Anyone have an suggestions? DAIWA RODS/REELS

ProCaster 100H Baitcaster Reel

bigderel · 06-25-2008, 11:29 AM

West Marine has the Shimano Citicas on sale right now for an unbelivable price. A 200 DPV would be a great fit. The Coastal is good too, I have one of those as well. The Abu Garcia Revo is a bit more, but a small, light workhorse.

With spotties I think a low profile (easy to palm and on the hands) is a great choice. I used to fish round reels but went to all low pros. In addition, you'll want something with levelwind for ease of retrieve. The Saltist & Sealines are great for certain things but a bit bulky and cumbersome for spottie fishing. Low pros are ideal reels for all bass fishing - I've even caught yellows and albies for fun on my Curado 300.

If you're dead set on a round reel - Diawa Lunas and Shimano Calcuttas are a good fit. Check out the Shimano Cardiff 200 or 300 as well - a bit cheaper and fully capable. All of these reels have levelwind.

06-20-2008, 02:34 PM	#1
Siebler Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Richland Oregon Posts: 1,547	If you want to fish light line you dont want a sealine or saltist. the line is prone to getting caught between the spool and frame. Go with the coastal. I fish 4, 6, 8 and 10 on my coastal's. __________________ CJ Siebler

06-21-2008, 01:42 PM	#3
MalibuJohnny Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lahina (I Wish) Posts: 272	Light line... 4lb? Trout anyone...? I have 4 and 6 on my trout set up. Maybe I need to take a class! Man I have 12 on most of my stuff! Malibu! __________________ Malibu Johnny must catch fish

06-25-2008, 07:46 AM	#6
MalibuJohnny Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lahina (I Wish) Posts: 272	Reels and Rods OK, I took a trip out to Bass Pro Shop and broused the seeminly endless choicees of reels...I don't know if these counter guys know as much as they would like you to think they do. Bottom line still looking. Although I did pick up a coastal and checked it out! Well its off to Fishermans Hardware! and have a beer or 2 at Joe Jost's! Malibu __________________ Malibu Johnny must catch fish

06-25-2008, 11:03 AM	#8
MalibuJohnny Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lahina (I Wish) Posts: 272	Reel This one? Anyone have an suggestions? DAIWA RODS/REELS ProCaster 100H Baitcaster Reel Only $69.99 USD __________________ Malibu Johnny must catch fish

06-21-2008, 05:13 AM	#2
mc08066 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 51	Hi CJ, Did not have that problem on Thursday with the plastics. Just a quick note, I was only able to put about 240 yards (50lbs of braided line) on the reel without eventually getting line into the sides while fishing. With that said, I will probably get a second one with-in two weeks. Thanks, Jimmy

06-24-2008, 09:16 PM	#4
john p. Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: rancho san diego ca. Posts: 31	CJ, reccomended the Coastal to me as well and I love it, if you are going to fish light line check it out.

06-25-2008, 11:29 AM	#9
bigderel UberMember Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On the water Posts: 71	West Marine has the Shimano Citicas on sale right now for an unbelivable price. A 200 DPV would be a great fit. The Coastal is good too, I have one of those as well. The Abu Garcia Revo is a bit more, but a small, light workhorse. With spotties I think a low profile (easy to palm and on the hands) is a great choice. I used to fish round reels but went to all low pros. In addition, you'll want something with levelwind for ease of retrieve. The Saltist & Sealines are great for certain things but a bit bulky and cumbersome for spottie fishing. Low pros are ideal reels for all bass fishing - I've even caught yellows and albies for fun on my Curado 300. If you're dead set on a round reel - Diawa Lunas and Shimano Calcuttas are a good fit. Check out the Shimano Cardiff 200 or 300 as well - a bit cheaper and fully capable. All of these reels have levelwind.