Matt76 Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 G'day Fishraiders, I've been hearing some great things about the Shimano Baitrunners series and have been looking around for the 6500B model. Problem is, most of the local fishing stores around sydney do not seem to stock them. Does anyone know any stores around Sydney that sell these reels at a reasonable price? Also, any suggestions on which rod to complement the reel? I will be using it mostly for rock/beach fishing going for salmon, kings and jews. I have been looking at some 10ft ugly stick rods but I've found that there are 2 versions, gold and platinum, one of them are meant to be the older series which were apparently better quality. Anyone shed some light on this? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netic Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 G'day Fishraiders, I've been hearing some great things about the Shimano Baitrunners series and have been looking around for the 6500B model. Problem is, most of the local fishing stores around sydney do not seem to stock them. Does anyone know any stores around Sydney that sell these reels at a reasonable price? Also, any suggestions on which rod to complement the reel? I will be using it mostly for rock/beach fishing going for salmon, kings and jews. I have been looking at some 10ft ugly stick rods but I've found that there are 2 versions, gold and platinum, one of them are meant to be the older series which were apparently better quality. Anyone shed some light on this? Cheers Mate, Ebay would be an obvious choice. The Tackle shop next to me is having a Tackle sale, The new Shimano Baitrunner 8000 is on sale for $139.....reduced from $250.....pm me if you want details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bashir Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I reckon it would be hard to find a tackle shop that didn't stock them???!!!! Where are you shopping at AFD?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt76 Posted August 3, 2006 Author Share Posted August 3, 2006 I've been to 2 in Auburn, 1 in ryde and another one near strathfield and none had them in stock Was thinking about buying one from ebay but I'd rather have the assurance of buying it from a shop as I've been told of fake imitations floating around on ebay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bashir Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I've been to 2 in Auburn, 1 in ryde and another one near strathfield and none had them in stock Was thinking about buying one from ebay but I'd rather have the assurance of buying it from a shop as I've been told of fake imitations floating around on ebay. surely freddy's in auburn has them I bought my 4500 baitrunner off them a few years ago. Ring around mate, very popular reels and I'm sure you will get a decent price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt76 Posted August 3, 2006 Author Share Posted August 3, 2006 Tried Freddy's, only had the 4500 in stock and they couldnt order a 6500 in for some reason Thanks for the suggestion anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forever Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 get on ebay, i just brought 2x 6500b of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cap3 Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Two places I can think of that should have them in stock, if not they will do everything possible to get them in ASAP. 1. Kyeemagh Bait & Tackle on Bestic Street Kyeemagh. The owner Gary will go out of his way to help. 2. Fish 'N' Dive at Taren Point These are the main two tackle shops that I frequent, prices and service are first class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 If you are near the Clemton park area, drop in and see Artie at Fish Therapy. Very competetive prices and also a nice guy. Cheers Red Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Saqa Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 If you are near the Clemton park area, drop in and see Artie at Fish Therapy. Very competetive prices and also a nice guy. Cheers Red I think he had some in stock when I was in there last weekend. Top bloke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netic Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 a shop at wetherhill park have all of them in Stock, 3500, 4500, 6500, New 6000, new 8000 Was there today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cap3 Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 a shop at wetherhill park have all of them in Stock, 3500, 4500, 6500, New 6000, new 8000 Was there today I didn't realise that Shimano had any new Baitrunner models, they're not listed on the Shimano website. Has anyone got any pics or info on them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netic Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 (edited) I didn't realise that Shimano had any new Baitrunner models, they're not listed on the Shimano website. Has anyone got any pics or info on them? I only saw them a few days ago for the first time What i liked most about the reel is its balance, also looks great, here is a pic of the 5000 model Pic of the 10000 model Edited August 3, 2006 by netic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cap3 Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I only saw them a few days ago for the first time What i liked most about the reel is its balance, also looks great, here is a pic of the 5000 model Pic of the 10000 model Interesting!!!! The bottom one looks exactly like the one my brother in law picked up on Ebay, I think it was called the Aero? I had a play with it and it is a very solid reel. What really impressed me was the ability to change spools with the push of a button and also the guage of the aluminium used for the spool had to have been close to 3mm, extremely heavy duty stuff. If they are anywhere near as good as the trusted and proven BTR's then Shimano will be on a good thing. Only one downside, its a pity they dont make a smaller Baitrunner thats comparable in size to a 1500-2000 series reel, there would be a big market for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netic Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Interesting!!!! The bottom one looks exactly like the one my brother in law picked up on Ebay, I think it was called the Aero? I had a play with it and it is a very solid reel. What really impressed me was the ability to change spools with the push of a button and also the guage of the aluminium used for the spool had to have been close to 3mm, extremely heavy duty stuff. If they are anywhere near as good as the trusted and proven BTR's then Shimano will be on a good thing. Only one downside, its a pity they dont make a smaller Baitrunner thats comparable in size to a 1500-2000 series reel, there would be a big market for it. hey cap it is the aero, they normally retail for $280 but as mentioned before they are reduced to $139. These reels have been trial in the UK and got great results and now they are marketing them for Aus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jewel Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Go see Gary at Kyeema Bait and Tackle....... be hard pressed to find a nicer bloke or a better price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt76 Posted August 4, 2006 Author Share Posted August 4, 2006 Thanks for all the replies fellas Will head into wetheril park and pick one up Saturday, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest crow Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Sorry dont mean to offend the owners of this site or sponsors But Shimano are having a factory sale at two tackle shops....listen to the radio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest crow Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Well with the rain hammering down....it means the young fella wont play footy so..... have to convince the that i should go check out the specials.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest danielinbyron Posted August 6, 2006 Share Posted August 6, 2006 my flat mate went into super a mart sports to buy one and was told that they would beat any advertised price by 10%.. went back out to car got mos catalogue .... they said they wouldn't match net dealers .. he said if you find a web site in here good luck ... picked up a 6500b for 162dollars brand spankin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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