Pitching reel
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Pitching reel
Looking for suggestions on a pitching reel and gear ratio. Shimano or Diawa does not matter. Plus and minus of each brake system. Not to concerned with price.
This will be going on a G Loomis MBR 844 GLX
Thanks
This will be going on a G Loomis MBR 844 GLX
Thanks
Re: Pitching reel
Is this the current model glx
And what weights would you be using most often?
May seem like a stupid question but you could put a Z2020 on it but it won't be balanced so thats kinda why i asked.
I would just on a whim go with a core MG7 100.. It palms well and is light weight. and you could add a shallow spool.
Some may suggest a TWS daiwa or some variant of, I've not experienced any of them.. but I would say maybe a PXTR or ss sv 103.. And Maybe the new Curado K series will do you just right with a good price point.
And what weights would you be using most often?
May seem like a stupid question but you could put a Z2020 on it but it won't be balanced so thats kinda why i asked.
I would just on a whim go with a core MG7 100.. It palms well and is light weight. and you could add a shallow spool.
Some may suggest a TWS daiwa or some variant of, I've not experienced any of them.. but I would say maybe a PXTR or ss sv 103.. And Maybe the new Curado K series will do you just right with a good price point.
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Re: Pitching reel
Yes the current model. Looking at maybe 5/8 oz +trailer max. More likely 3/8 to 1/2 oz + trailer.
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Re: Pitching reel
No doubt metanium mgl
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Re: Pitching reel
Depends on the budget.
$200 or less - Tatula SV TW 8.1
$300 or less - Zillion SV TW 9.1 (JDM)
I like Daiwa''s brake system for pitching. You don't have to touch the brake dial to go from pitching to casting.
$200 or less - Tatula SV TW 8.1
$300 or less - Zillion SV TW 9.1 (JDM)
I like Daiwa''s brake system for pitching. You don't have to touch the brake dial to go from pitching to casting.
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Re: Pitching reel
I thought I was clear a bout price in my first post, but I guess not. So lets say top end around $500.00 I tend to buy gear that will be with me for a while.
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Pick up the Exsence DC (previous model). Still available on JDM websites and eBay for around 3 bills. Built like a tank, 8.0:1, and DC braking = winner.
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Blacktail 8541 wrote:I thought I was clear a bout price in my first post, but I guess not. So lets say top end around $500.00 I tend to buy gear that will be with me for a while.
Than I would start with a different stick
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Re: Pitching reel
Already have the rod
Re: Pitching reel
A TWS or SV reel. Or even better, a SV + TWS reel.
Re: Pitching reel
Do the Metanium's aluminum gears hold up well to that style of fishing? Have seen a few posts/threads concerning their durability. I use an old 9.1 Zillion TWS for pitching because it's a tank. Would rather have my Zillion SV on there, but I use mine for finesse casting.
If going the Shimano route, I would get the new Curado K, it seems like it will be solid and last a while, doesn't have to be $500 to be good. Though I would think Metanium and Chronarch MGL's for my style of fishing, I am not sure composite frames or aluminum gears could stand your style. I figure either wod be fine,I recently held the Chronarch MGL and was shocked by how solid it felt. I don't believe that composite frames automatically means a weak or fragile reel.
If going the Shimano route, I would get the new Curado K, it seems like it will be solid and last a while, doesn't have to be $500 to be good. Though I would think Metanium and Chronarch MGL's for my style of fishing, I am not sure composite frames or aluminum gears could stand your style. I figure either wod be fine,I recently held the Chronarch MGL and was shocked by how solid it felt. I don't believe that composite frames automatically means a weak or fragile reel.
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Re: Pitching reel
I have a new Chonarch MGL, but it is in the 6.XX ratio. Nice reel. No I don't have to spend 5 bills to be happy. Just had to set an upper limit. Also have a Steeze SV TW in 7.1 that is on my worm rod. Have been so busy with work that I have not had a chance to fish it.
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Re: Pitching reel
Since you already have a Chronarch MGL and a Steez SV TW, How about something old school like a TDZ Type R+ or a TD Ito?
Love both of these reels for pitching.
Love both of these reels for pitching.
Thanks for the epiphany captain obvious
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Re: Pitching reel
Curado/Scorpion 70 if you're just going to be dedicating it as a pitching reel. Very easy to palm, and lightweight.