gretsch Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 The new 2008 Stellas will be out soon. Whilst they have probably improved the mechanics (if thats possible), I reckon they look a bit poxy!! What do you reckon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inhlanzi Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Do these new ones float? cheers inhlanzi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted January 30, 2008 Author Share Posted January 30, 2008 Do these new ones float? cheers inhlanzi I hope so!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netic Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Very impressive...unfotunately i wont be replacing my older model anytime soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big_steve Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 i think they look awesome, i got the current model 20000 and LOVE it so i doubt ill be replacing it anytime soon unless it goes for a drink hahaha cheers steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted February 1, 2008 Author Share Posted February 1, 2008 ....and another image.. check out the new models available!!! This is an excerp from the Japan Tackle website All NEW Stella SW Japan model is the high-end spinning reels, specially designed for offshore heavy duty fishing. The New Stella now has reinforced components, parts and body to fight for the big one. Gears, drag and line rollers now have more durability than ever. AR-C spool design reducing line troubles Stainless steel pinion gear Cold-forged over-sized master gear with surface treatment Diamond coated cut-free line roller Improved carbon disk-drag twin drag system PG: Power Gear models, grip is made of carbon HG: High Gear models, grip is egg shaped rubber XG: Extra High Gear models, grip is egg shaped rubber 20000 model is for black fin tuna. Its drag stands for the run of over 100kg tuna. 10000 is for Giant Trevally. Right/Left handle changeable. No spare spool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the elk Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Ceph, they are not worth the extra coin for mine - particularly when they invariably end up on the bottom of middle harbour. I'll stick to my humble Stradic. It's a flattie magnet..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 Ceph, they are not worth the extra coin for mine - particularly when they invariably end up on the bottom of middle harbour. I'll stick to my humble Stradic. It's a flattie magnet..... Ah yes... the Stradic is good, but you don't take a four cyliner to Bathurst!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marus8504 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 i must say i have not treid the new stradics but i have a 2008 sustain 4000 and 8000 and i must say that the new design is a pleasure to fish with. the new sustains are a great option if you dont wont to outlay $1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 i must say i have not treid the new stradics but i have a 2008 sustain 4000 and 8000 and i must say that the new design is a pleasure to fish with. the new sustains are a great option if you dont wont to outlay $1000 I do like the Sustain.. there are really only four Shimano spinning reels worth buying - Stella, Stradic, Sustain and Saros. These are the only ones with the new line management system. I have seen seen of the Japanese models for 2008 and the new Twinpower has the new goodies too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the elk Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Ceph, has your sponsorship with Shimano been confirmed yet? They surely will be handing over a very large and handsome cheque. You love the Shimano gear... you still got the poster of Starlo on your bedroom wall??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 Ceph, has your sponsorship with Shimano been confirmed yet? They surely will be handing over a very large and handsome cheque. You love the Shimano gear... you still got the poster of Starlo on your bedroom wall??? Starlo and I are regular email buddies.. he is right up the Shimano gear too!! Sponsorship pending. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thelostreef Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 (edited) Starlo and I are regular email buddies.. he is right up the Shimano gear too!! Sponsorship pending. Do you feel the darkside Luke..... they have been testing the new Stella's of the coast of florida with good results.....yet there are still some other makers out there that need a look in....... Edited February 4, 2008 by thelostreef Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 (edited) Do you feel the darkside Luke..... they have been testing the new Stella's of the coast of florida with good results.....yet there are still some other makers out there that need a look in....... Just can't bring myself to join Lord Vader.. although, one of those Morethan Branzinos is next on the list!! I will have to use the force on the ... Edited February 4, 2008 by Ceph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gone_wishin Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Just can't bring myself to join Lord Vader.. although, one of those Morethan Branzinos is next on the list!! I will have to use the force on the ... I try that with my but she responds with "your Jedi mind powers don't work on me!" but she says it in 2 words "you idiot" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 It takes years of practice.. Try asking Yoda what to do!! Luke Squidcatcher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hottyscotty Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 i've noticed the sw versions have an option for an armless bail. how does that work? how does the line clip back on to the roller? i've read its design for jigging so when the fish takes the lure on the way down you can still close the bail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregL Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Just can't bring myself to join Lord Vader.. although, one of those Morethan Branzinos is next on the list!! I will have to use the force on the ... Dude I got the BassArt handle up grade for mine, made a great reel into something absolutely special. Get the rod with it, it's awesome! A bit over 8ft and it casts a mile, super light and looks sh!t hot to G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 Dude I got the BassArt handle up grade for mine, made a great reel into something absolutely special. Get the rod with it, it's awesome! A bit over 8ft and it casts a mile, super light and looks sh!t hot to G Greg, Is that for the Branzino?? I just order a 20,000 Stella and a Branzino from Japan.. Where did you get the upgrade handles from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregL Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Greg, Is that for the Branzino?? I just order a 20,000 Stella and a Branzino from Japan.. Where did you get the upgrade handles from? You know what chicks do with their hair???? From that shop The company that makes them is Bassart. They are about $250 or so. Just got some other stuff to soup up my Zillions and Steez's like Hyper long cast spools, handles and knob sets. Man if the Steez can cast further than it does now I'll be able to fish both banks of a river without moving!! G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boban Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Those reels are starting to look like they are from Star Wars. Nice gear. Can we get them interest free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 You know what chicks do with their hair???? From that shop The company that makes them is Bassart. They are about $250 or so. Just got some other stuff to soup up my Zillions and Steez's like Hyper long cast spools, handles and knob sets. Man if the Steez can cast further than it does now I'll be able to fish both banks of a river without moving!! G Mr Miura is a close personal friend....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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