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    Silstar Crystal Blue 661Swh Or 601Swh

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    G'day Cluster,

    If the charter skipper was using the 6'6" rod with heavy leads then you know it's going to do the job. A shorter rod isn't necessarily better suited to heavier lead.

    Where the 2 will be most different though is that the 6'6" rod will be useful in keeping your line away from the hull of the boat. The shorter rod might be a little easier on your shoulders when fighting fish (or lead) up from the bottom.

    Go with what you already know works though... the 6'6" model.

    Cheers, Slinky

    42 - The Answer To Life, The Universe And Everything

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    And to answer the various inquiries, also how many reels I currently have... which goes to prove that the answer must be correct :074:

    That's actually a lot fewer than many of our other Raiders. In taking the photo specially for Hodgey, I did discover that I've been miscounting and I actually own 12 ABUs. In case PureFishing Marc is reading... that's not a bad market share!

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    PLEEEEEEASE don't show Mrs Slinky... It's an oldie that I've used many times before but I'm terrified that when I die she might sell them all for what I said I paid for them.

    Cheers, Slinky :biggrin2:

    Afternoon Bass Session

    in Saltwater Fishing Reports

    Posted

    Great to see a good population of small fish... signs of a healthy waterway. You're a bad man though for infecting someone new with the Bass addiction... just think of all the trouble you've probably caused once all the new lures start filling Stew's tackle boxes. :biggrin2:

    Cheers, Slinky

    Public Thankyou To Roberta And Tony

    in The Bar

    Posted

    You're more than welcome Jorg and Roberta.

    One of the things I love most about Fishraider is that it is more like a community than a chat room. I've got a great network of friends and people I'm still getting to know through Fishraider and 'sharing the joy' is part of what I really enjoy.

    Jorg, We'll catch up for a fish some time in the future and you'll discover that I'm really an obnoxious, annoying prat (Roberta already knows) :074:

    In the meantime, both of you enjoy your little care packages... I'm glad the lures have found loving homes.

    Cheers, Slinky

    Dyneema Braid

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    I'm not usually one to post a contrary view but just a quick word on Fireline.

    It's not cheap line... it's very good... but it's different. Lines made from Dyneema or Spectra are also called 'GSP' lines (Gelspun Polyethylene). Fireline is a high quality GSP line but instead of the fibres being braided together, they are heat fused together.

    Compared to a braided GSP line, Fireline is not as thin for a given breaking strain (but still much thinner than mono) and is also stiffer, and is cheaper. The stiffness in particular is one reason why a lot of people, me included, like Fireline in light breaking strains... 4 or 6lb braided GSP can be really hard to handle while Fused GSP lines are less prone to casting knots etc. I even have 1lb Fireline on one of my reels.

    It's also a reason that Fireline or other fused GSP lines are often a good choice for beginners to GSP lines.

    With all that said, those characteristics become a personal preference. I still use braid on many of my light outfits and I don't personally use Fireline or other fused braids on heavy outfits where I prefer the limpness of braided GSP lines.

    Cheers, Slinky

    Dyneema Braid

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    Dyneema is just one of the 2 trade names of the 2 possible materials nearly every braid is made from... the other being Spectra.

    Dyneema and Spectra come in different grades of fibre that are then spun and braided into the final fishing line. Different brands made from Dyneema can be completely different depending on how they were made. Power Pro is a good brand with lots of devotees so you can be pretty confident if you use it...

    Cheers, Slinky

    Ummmmm.....

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    Hey Slinky, just out of curiosity how would you rate the 4500 Oceano for pe 2-4 fishing, whether heavy plastics or bait? Compared with the STX60 anyway.

    Cheers

    Marty

    The Oceano is a good reel... tough, simple, pretty basic. It'll handle 30lb braid no problems. But I just bought an STX60 to replace it though... speaks for itself.

    The Abu is several classes above the Oceano... probably in a different school, actually. It's only personal opinion but I still believe that to get a reel from Daiwa or Shimano as good as an STX you need to spend at least double the money.

    Cheers, Slinky

    Ummmmm.....

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    thanks slinky,

    which rod would you add to that reel,

    im loving my stx20, on a lox rod,

    so im planning on sticking with abu for now,

    kim

    There's a whole load of choices... an 8 or 10kg 7' spin rod would be good.

    Cheers, Slinky

    Ummmmm.....

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    Sorry I’m pretty new to the larger reel family,

    What rod would you match this reel too,

    Would this reel be suitable for throwing plastics and live baiting for Sydney kings,

    What type of fishing would be suitable for this reel?

    I have a stx20, and dammm, it’s a crazy reel for the price.

    thanks kim

    G'day Kim,

    The 60 would be suitable but a little bit of an overkill for Sydney Harbour kings... I'd get the 40. Loaded with 30lb braid so you have some stopping power, it would be an absolute weapon. (The only reason I don't also have a 40 is that I currently have a Sustain and a Fireblood in that size).

    For me, the 60 is going to be a heavy plastics reel off Townsville (and those with memories will know that not so long ago I got a Daiwa Exceller Oceano 4500 for that... oh well, upgrading never hurt anyone)

    The 70 is coming with me offshore from the Tweed... (along with my recently arrived ABU 10000C) :biggrin2:

    Cheers, Slinky

    Newbie Braid Question.

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    G'day Fireflies,

    Unfortunately, there's not a simple answer to your question. Braid is very limp compared to monofilament fishing line so it is more prone to tangles, 'casting knots' and other 'handling' problems.

    There are a few things that will effect whether you have problems with your braid or the number of problems you might have.

    1. Stiffness - A stiffer braid is less prone to handling problems and some braid is stiffer than others... as was said by Flatboy, Fireline is much stiffer and usually easier to handle a good braid to learn with. In heavier breaking strains (20lb and up) is can be a bit like 'fencing wire' but is still a lot thinner than the equivalent mono.

    2. Reels - One of the things that can cause problems is the style of reel (and particularly the spool) you use. Spin reels have changed a lot in recent years, partly to help deal with braided lines. If you have an old style reel it's possible that the spool is allowing loose loops of line to easily 'fall off', creating tangles.

    3. Rods - A lot of newer rods are using smaller diameter guides to also help prevent problems which can occur if the line 'flings around' too much when you cast.

    4. Technique - It's too hard to guide you on this but certain things about your casting or retrieving can create problems with braid... for example if you wind the line onto the reel very loosly. There's a lot of issues but practice is the only cure.

    Cheers, Slinky

    Shimano Beastmaster 30/50 Servicing

    in Reel and Tackle Maintenance

    Posted

    Sounds like you have a host of problems inside the reel, GCC.

    Not being used much doesn't mean the reel is in good order (as you've found out). After 15 years, any corrosion problems are going to have plenty of time to do damage and it sounds like you've got some major corrosion problems.

    Just for a start, I'd be looking at the the side plate bearing, the anti-reverse dogs, the spool bearings. At a guess, I'd say that on one of those few outings, the reel copped a lot of water and is now showing the effects.

    The reel needs a full strip down and service and WILL need parts. Try taking it in to Global Tackle or to Shimano if not confident to do it yourself.

    Cheers, Slinky

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