Big Berg Posted April 17, 2011 Share Posted April 17, 2011 Hi guys I was just at my local tackle store and noticed that they had the Abu 5600 C4 on clearance for $75. Is this reel any good for the beach or rocks? I'm so tempted to but it coz of the price but have never used a bait caster before. Also does anyone know how much braid it holds and max drag. I'm thinking of using over 20 lb braid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhiley Posted April 17, 2011 Share Posted April 17, 2011 hey mate, I have been looking at the c3s and c4s heaps lately and 75 dollars is a bargain!!! From What Iv'e read it's a great reel, I have seen many good reviews about it!! If I were you I'd definitely buy it Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Berg Posted April 17, 2011 Author Share Posted April 17, 2011 Cheers mare. Do you know what the difference is between the original (blue and silver) and the blue and gold one? The specs for them are the same. The blue and silver one just has an older box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zook2001 Posted April 17, 2011 Share Posted April 17, 2011 The never one without the line capacity stickers have supposedly smoother gears and no clicker, there's also a red one the ss model which is a bit of a cheapie. I love my ABU with the ability to swap parts across the range you can always keep them going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Berg Posted April 17, 2011 Author Share Posted April 17, 2011 I ended up buying the blue and gold one and it dies look newer. It doesn't have the line capacity sticker but it does have a clicker. There was another blue and gold one without the clicker too. This reel seems to be very tough and looks like it can take a beating. Does anyone know if this reel is too small to use one the beach or rocks? Also what rod would best match this reel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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