Shimano Chronarch Gear Ratio

[ipeeinmywetsuit]

I am going to pair this reel up with my Megabass Orochi 72x4 Destruction. I am going to be throwing 3/8-1/2 jigs, swim jigs, smaller swimbaits up to 2oz, paddle tails, texas rigs, senkos, you get the idea.

Do you all think I'd be better off with a 7.0:1 or 6.4:1 gear ratio on the chronarch? I am leaning towards the 6.4:1 because like the destruction it will be more versatile. Let me know what you think!

[vinnieb729]

For that range of baits I would use the 6.5 too. Take the swimbaits/paddletail out of the equation and jump to the 7.0.

Just out of curiosity, are you only looking at a Chronarch? Lots of good sales on reels this weekend.

[rubs96]

That would be a sweet setup! Why not wait for the new Chronarch?

[ipeeinmywetsuit]

Who is having good sales on reels? I am always looking for new options. I prefer left handed reels. The only website I could find doing more than 15% off is BTD.

I have a 7.0:1 that is brand new and has been sitting in the box. I planned on ordering a flip/pitch rod to use with it. However, long story short I ended up ordering the x4 Destruction and I am going to exchange the 7.0:1 for the 6.4:1. Shouldn't be a problem considering I haven't done anything with it.

[vinnieb729]

BTD 25% is the highest I know of. Tacklecenter has 20% with code memorial20

[ipeeinmywetsuit]

Didn't know about tackle centers code. Thanks!

[LAGVPI99]

I much prefer my 6.5.

I have all three and it is my most used. I like the slower model more and more though. It really isn't that slow.