Reel for MB P3 Bearing Down

[Cyacnba]

Hey guys,

I had the chance to fish today with this Megabass rod paired with a Shimano Aldebaran 51HG, but it didn't feel well-balanced. I tried pairing it with a CQ101 at home, but it felt off too. I'm thinking somewhere in the 6-7oz should feel right. For those who have this rod, what reel is it paired with? Since it will be dedicated for jigs, I'm thinking about a reel of at least 7.9:1 gear ratio as well.

Thanks!

[jtgibso1]

I have the p3 bearing down i just got from gary at the tackle trap not too long ago. I haven't really even had a chance to fish it, only once for a short spell at the pond and not a bite. But i have an alphas sv 105 on it and it's my dedicated jig setup. AWESOME tip on the rod for the 3/8-1/2 jig range as far as casting goes. I feel like with the alphas sv i've got a perfect setup for skipping jigs. That said, the alphas is still a little on the light end of your range at 6.1oz i believe.

[dirtygeary]

I have a core 50 with upgrades on mine. Love it, and I also use mine for light jig fishing 1/4 to 3/8 oz jigs.

[Cyacnba]

Thanks for the replies. I looked into the Alphas, but it seems it doesn't come with a high gear ratio model...

I wonder if Daiwa has a casting reel that weights between 6 and 7oz with a gear ratio of 7.9 or higher. Otherwise, I might have to consider the Met MGL XG or something similar to it.

[PikeRoadBassn]

Thanks for the replies. I looked into the Alphas, but it seems it doesn't come with a high gear ratio model...

I wonder if Daiwa has a casting reel that weights between 6 and 7oz with a gear ratio of 7.9 or higher. Otherwise, I might have to consider the Met MGL XG or something similar to it.

The Steez SV103XS is 6.4 ounces and 8.1:1 retrieve. It should fit your need perfectly.

[papabassin]

Thanks for the replies. I looked into the Alphas, but it seems it doesn't come with a high gear ratio model...

I wonder if Daiwa has a casting reel that weights between 6 and 7oz with a gear ratio of 7.9 or higher. Otherwise, I might have to consider the Met MGL XG or something similar to it.

The Steez SV103XS is 6.4 ounces and 8.1:1 retrieve. It should fit your need perfectly.

Excellent reel.

[BigG]

MB IS 7.9 or IS 7.1 would be awesome on this rod.

[bronzefly]

The Steez SV103XS is 6.4 ounces and 8.1:1 retrieve. It should fit your need perfectly.

Agreed, excellent choice for the Bearing Down!

[Cyacnba]

MB IS 7.9 or IS 7.1 would be awesome on this rod.

The IS 7.9 is only available as a right handed reel though... I was looking for a lefty with at least 34 IPT.

[JigginOG]

Metanium DC or Zillion SV TWS. JDM Zills have 9.1 if your into that green. Either reels would be a skipping machine with that rod.

[spencerinstl]

MB IS 7.9 or IS 7.1 would be awesome on this rod.

The IS 7.9 is only available as a right handed reel though... I was looking for a lefty with at least 34 IPT.

How about a J Dream 7.9 or a IP79 or a gear swap from a STEEZSV103XSL to an IS71.

[Cyacnba]

How about a J Dream 7.9 or a IP79 or a gear swap from a STEEZSV103XSL to an IS71.

I considered the J Dream 7.9, but it's pretty hard to find one in mint to like-new condition at a decent price. Same for the IP79 and the MB IS71... I wish I had known about Megabass reels and rods back in 2011-2012, although I'm not sure how my wallet would have handled it

For now, I talked with Gary and decided to go with the SV103XSL even though it's heavier at 7.8oz. I will still be looking for an IS71 or J Dream; hope I can find one