Greg Foster Posted November 17 Posted November 17 After much study I am going to get a silstar crystal tip 701 spxl I am pretty sure I am putting a Sedona 2500 with this I will be running mono hooks and sinkers (old school) 😁 but I have been niggling with the thought of a daiwa free water are they worth the extra money? I am getting some money off my family for Christmas and was wondering to get a free water instead of a Sedona Fishing from an 4 m runabout Opinions ? thanks greg
slothparade Posted November 17 Posted November 17 I like my bait runner reels but usually use them when targeting larger species off the rocks or the beach. It all depends on what you want it for, if it's for the estuaries I wouldn't bother, but off shore potentially could be worth it.
Greg Foster Posted November 17 Author Posted November 17 10 hours ago, slothparade said: I like my bait runner reels but usually use them when targeting larger species off the rocks or the beach. It all depends on what you want it for, if it's for the estuaries I wouldn't bother, but off shore potentially could be worth it. Thanks Sloth Maker Definitely not off shore only lake , I need a bigger boat for off shore and that's still in the want list 😇 10 hours ago, Restyle said: sedonas are a great reel for their price. Definitely value for money The trouble is when you go in a tackle store its like a kid in the candy store , so many choices
Restyle Posted November 18 Posted November 18 yup. its excactly like that. i always walk out with more than i need!
wazatherfisherman Posted November 19 Posted November 19 Those Crystal''s are good value for the price and they are well made and last for years
devoker Posted November 19 Posted November 19 Legalis is the best for its price imo unless you will use it in saltwater. I even use it in the harbour but wash and oil it very frequently. I am considering buying some bearings to replace the bushings to make it even smoother.
Greg Foster Posted November 24 Author Posted November 24 I talked with the local fishing store dude he was very helpful 👌 and I told him what I want to fish for , what type of line , bait and hook Lake Macquarie (salt water) and in a runabout after thinking Shimano Sedona ,I have come up with a Daiwa laguna with a 7 ft crystal tip 8 ib mono and will suite me to a tea I have a few 2000 series old shimanos at home and I am planning on getting a 6 ft crystal tip for them as well you can't beat good service at a dedicated tackle store 2
Steve0 Posted November 24 Posted November 24 (edited) On 11/24/2024 at 6:23 AM, Greg Foster said: you can't beat good service at a dedicated tackle store Spot on! If we want that level of personal service to continue, we need to support them by doing our business with our local instead of chain stores. I can't even chat fishing at my now nearest tackle supplier (now B** chain store). They have young staff who have a master's degree in cash register, but don’t know the first thing about fishing. Edited November 29 by Steve0 3
Greg Foster Posted November 29 Author Posted November 29 Tackle stores are deadly and expensive 😇 I called into a tackle store at Broadmeadow today and left with a daiwa exceler 3000 c and a 7 ft crystal tip plus some Japanese mono they recommended, I also did a laybuy on a 6 ft crystal tip Now to catch some fish 👌
big Neil Posted November 29 Posted November 29 Whatever tackle you ended up with Greg Foster, I hope that you will get plenty of usage from it. A great pastime is fishing so enjoy your new gear and share your experiences with us all on here. Good luck. bn 1
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