Whats your go to on this size?
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Whats your go to on this size?
I have a Shimano Sedona and a couple of Okuma Stinson's in the 500 size. They are on my bluegill setup's and I like them both.
What is your crappie set up??Quote:
Originally Posted by Grainraiser
I have a Sedona 2500 on my bass rod an love it. so its high on my list.
I am a lews baitcaster fan so I bought a lews mach 1 size 100/1000 on a 6' ACC rod but it is so light its not balanced. maybe i read to much, but I could see after fishing all day a balanced unit could be a benefit and more enjoyable to use all day. But i am sure people do very well with all kinds of set ups and combos.
I picked the 100 size because that seem like the most common size I seen for crappie. So I kicking around the ideal of the 500 size.
Thoughts?
Mitchell
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Owl Creek
I like size 1000 or 20 size reels with medium light rods for crappie. For me a 500 size reel is too small for casting to crappie. Reel size does not matter to me when I use longer rods over 8 ft. I'm pitching or dipping most of the time so a reel is nothing more than a line holder.
I have a Sedona 500 for my U/L rods and although it is a nice reel I won’t buy another. The 1000 sizes have a bigger spool and at 6.5 oz or so balance very well on my rods. I like the larger spool.
Bob
Thanks guys. I appreciate the feed back.
Shimano 3000 ci4 great reels not much different in weight over a 1000
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I like the Shimano Sedona 500 for my ultra-light rods.
I also have 1000, 2500 Shimano for my other rods. Each size has a recommended line size. Stick to it and they work great.
I have several 500 Shimano Siennas that I've used for years. They actually have an oil screw on them. But after fishing with some that are a little bigger in size like 1000 or 1500 and definitely cuts down on the line memory looks.
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My favorite up to now was a Shimano Symetre 500 .
Last week I got a Shimano Nasci 500 FC . This may become my favorite. I particularly like the slightly longer handle and the larger paddle .
I like a 500 reel on my shorter rods , those under 5’6” .
I just purchased a KastKing Zephyr Spinning Reel – 5.6oz, Size 500 - $35 on Amazon, for crappie & bluegill.
I just picked up a piscifun viper 1000. Seems decent for a cheaper reel
I have a couple of the Zephyr 500 reels . They are light and have performed well for me , so far .Quote:
Originally Posted by mofoworthy
They wind smooth , but do have a little play in the handle .
The KastKing Zephyr Finesse SFS 1000 is a nice reel too . Comes with a shallow spool , carbon drag and weighs 6.7 ounces .
I have these on 2 12ft, 2 10ft, 3 7ft, and 3 6ft crappie rods plus this spare one. For $20 it's the best bang for my buck. I have a Shakespeare President on another 7ft rod but it rarely gets used.Attachment 418548
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Thank you for the info gillchaser :highfive