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by ss30378
Tue May 10, 2022 2:17 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Value spinning reels. Composite vs aluminum
Replies: 10
Views: 2323

Re: Value spinning reels. Composite vs aluminum

I have 3 of the 21 caldia's in the 1000s 2500s and c3000 size and really like them, they are the jdm ballistic MQ. You can get them in the $140-160 range right now. I would actually say they are a step up in refinement over the stradic fl which were replaced with the caldia's. I don't have too much ...
by ss30378
Mon Apr 25, 2022 11:34 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: What's in your reel collection?
Replies: 103
Views: 51132

Re: What's in your reel collection?

Current lineup:

Casting:
Alphas Air TW 8.6
Alphas SV TW 8.1 with roro spool
Alphas CT 7.2
Alphas SV TW 7.1
Alphas SV TW 8.1
Zillion G 7.1
Zillion 1000 8.5
Zillion 1000 8.5
Luna 253

Spinning:
21 Caldia 1000s
21 Caldia 2500s
21 Caldia 3000
by ss30378
Wed Apr 20, 2022 12:20 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Anyone have some time on the new Alphas 800
Replies: 66
Views: 11226

Re: Anyone have some time on the new Alphas 800

How does this reel do with the RORO spool for 3-6 gram baits? That's right in the wheelhouse for the spool, I run 6lb line with my 3.6g 3" senkos mostly but it does great with that range of lures. It's a very controlled fixed inductor spool that had a great combo of control and distance with easy s...
by ss30378
Wed Apr 20, 2022 9:04 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Can I remove reverse switch & parts for Shimano Vanford 500?
Replies: 2
Views: 1002

Re: Can I remove reverse switch & parts for Shimano Vanford 500?

There are 3 parts involved with the on/off AR setup. The Cam, spring, and switch. My soare 500 (since sold) was the same reel just different color scheme so I don't have one in front to verify but depending on the cam position for unlocking it may be possible. If the cam presses on the AR bearing to...
by ss30378
Tue Apr 19, 2022 7:17 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Anyone have some time on the new Alphas 800
Replies: 66
Views: 11226

Re: Anyone have some time on the new Alphas 800

I have 3 of the alphas 800s. One which I've had since they were first released I turned into a "power bfs" reel. I added steez ct gears and clicking drag and a roro spool, weighs 5.7oz and is about as smooth as it gets. The gears/clicking drag were an easy swap and the reel has been solid after 100s...
by ss30378
Fri Apr 15, 2022 9:50 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Daiwa's new reel??
Replies: 70
Views: 16736

Re: Daiwa's new reel??

Pastrmka wrote:
Fri Apr 15, 2022 6:56 am
To me looks like it based on new Alphas frame,
Concur, definitely the alphas tw. Judging by the spool/frame junction it looks like a shallow 32mm spool.
by ss30378
Thu Apr 14, 2022 7:44 am
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: 8'-9' Casting rod?
Replies: 21
Views: 5630

Re: 8'-9' Casting rod?

Edge rods has some longer steelhead rods that may fit the bill. I have the first strike FSS865STR (8'6" MH) spinning rod which is rated from 3/8-1oz but in reality its probably more like 1/8-5/8. They have the same blank in a casting build for the first strike and the higher end black widow in a 90...
by ss30378
Thu Apr 14, 2022 5:18 am
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: 8'-9' Casting rod?
Replies: 21
Views: 5630

Re: 8'-9' Casting rod?

Edge rods has some longer steelhead rods that may fit the bill. I have the first strike FSS865STR (8'6" MH) spinning rod which is rated from 3/8-1oz but in reality its probably more like 1/8-5/8. They have the same blank in a casting build for the first strike and the higher end black widow in a 904...
by ss30378
Fri Apr 08, 2022 4:11 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Daiwa's new reel??
Replies: 70
Views: 16736

Re: Daiwa's new reel??

They need to redesign the steez tw (steez ct is perfectly fine as is, tho). That frame is outdated compared to a much less expensive reel, the zillion. Agreed, the current Steez has gotten "long in the tooth", so to speak. When the old steez became outdated is when we got the ss line of reels.
by ss30378
Fri Apr 08, 2022 6:11 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Metanium shallow edition, who plans to get one?
Replies: 25
Views: 7155

Re: Metanium shallow edition, who plans to get one?

I think Shimano Japan website says it's 10gr lighter. That more than likely means the shallow spool WEIGHS 10gr but...who knows https://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product/4770 HH is showing the shallow spool weighs 14.3g I think most of the 10g weight savings is coming from the aluminum main gear.
by ss30378
Wed Apr 06, 2022 1:54 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Metanium shallow edition, who plans to get one?
Replies: 25
Views: 7155

Re: Metanium shallow edition, who plans to get one?

What uses would you all have for the Shallow Edition? I am thinking for me, pitching plastics on a light Texas Rig. I'm sure enough 14lb line would fit for some pitching and short range casting. I'm thinking the same thing I'd use the aldebaran mgl or steez ct for since they have similar capacity. ...
by ss30378
Wed Apr 06, 2022 7:29 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Metanium shallow edition, who plans to get one?
Replies: 25
Views: 7155

Re: Metanium shallow edition, who plans to get one?

Uknowme wrote:
Wed Apr 06, 2022 7:15 am
I was very interested in this reel until I found out it had aluminum gears.
If the aluminum gears go bad $30-32 will get you a brass set
by ss30378
Mon Apr 04, 2022 7:49 am
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: BFS Casting Reel - Your Line Choice
Replies: 25
Views: 8795

Re: BFS Casting Reel - Your Line Choice

I'd lose my mind if I lived (and tried to fish) where it ever got to freezing. I'm the same way with the heat and humidity. We usually get a couple weeks worth of the stuff you all deal with down there on a daily basis, that's when I hibernate lol. That is exactly what I thought too when I first mo...
by ss30378
Fri Apr 01, 2022 12:40 pm
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Shim/Washers to Tighten Knobs
Replies: 7
Views: 1980

Re: Shim/Washers to Tighten Knobs

.8mm is over .030", that is a lot of play to take out, they may be too thick and bind. I guess you can use locktite if you need to back the screw out a bit.