what size reel is recommended?
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I mate the Hurricane with 14BB 4.1:1 DX8000 Saltwater Fishing Spinning Reels
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Thought I'd respond anyway. I have a heavy duty 3/4" hose that is 75' long on my reel. I have a little room to spare. I could probably roll up another 15' neatly. If you need an exact measurement I'd contact Eley directly. If you buy the reel you'll be more than happy. It's a first class product all the way. Best of luck.
1785551
2500 or smaller is excellent for light tackle. I wouldn't get any size higher.
1721318
I have the 7 ft and haven't used it for anything close to that big. My guess would be if your reel is up to the task I think the pole would work for thst
405505
I currently use my reel for a 16x30 pool. The reel is telescoping so I would consult with the mfg on the maximum extended lenght. Mine is extended out to 18 ft.
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Hi, the Okuma SLV 8/9. Great Reel. You can buy it here: Okuma Slv Fly Reel 4/5 Weight or here: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.Xreel+slv+9&_nkw=reel+slv+9&_sacat=0&_from=R40regards
466700
Depends on the use. 15-20lbs should do fine but if you're surf fishing I would go a little higher to make it through the cast.
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Hi Jake, this very small reel I guess you need a bigger one to be able to catch bigger fish
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Since 65lb braid is equivalent to 17lb mono, I would choose a reel that would be stout enough to hold a sufficient amount of 17-20 lb line and has a good drag response. The Opus would probably do well for occasional fishing. I use mine with a 7' cast rod and a 12' surf and it does fine. Handles reds well. I set a loose drag and tighten down to tire a larger fish before dragging it on shore.
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You can get the specs on the Wright and McGill website: http://www.wright-mcgill.com/dragon-fly-reel
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I have several of these reels and use them for most of my fishing needs...I would use either the 8 or 10 pound reel...Not much difference on the reel-They are a tough breed.....Good fishing..
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May be a bit large for an ultralight rig. I did not have good luck with this reel. never got it to cast right. Continually back lashed. I cahnged the weight of line and made all the adjudtments I could. Took it apart and cleaned it, although it was new. Nothing worked. I would recommend a Diawa Laguna. I have four of them and they are great and would work perfect on an ultra light rig.
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Amazon often is missing critical information like line capacity/size for fishing reels. Best to just surf over to the manufacturer website for quick answers. In this case: http://www.daiwa.com/reel/detail.aspx?id=636 (valid 7/15/15)
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The reel size depends on how you want to fish. Big fishes need bigger reel butthe reel isnt too big if its a spinning reel. So its not too heavy. If you ate using a conventional reel then size makws a difference in weight and size. Smaller reel have weaker drag fir smaller fish. Bigger size reel had stronger resistance and hold moreline. I just bought a medium size reel using 30lb and fush would drag alll my line and I would have to sacrifice a hook in order not to losea spool of line. Big fishes need bigger reel so it can fit more bigger line. Smaller fish in lakes and river wouldnt need those. I would go for a bigger reel if I had to buy again. Its not so much bigger if its a spinning reel.
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You sound like you're new at this. Fishing is like life. How serious are you? Compared to monofilament line; fluoro is stiff and has a lot of memory, along with its invisibility. I wouldn't try to throw the best 12# size fluoro on a normal sized 40 spinning reel. Instead, stick with a good softer mono, like Berkley Trilene XL 12#, and use a fluoro leader.
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Very soft tip on this thing. I wouldn't go over 1 1/4 oz. I used 1 oz cast masters no problem with a wright and McGill 2500 saltwater reel and 20 pound Seaguar Kanzen braid.......casts a mile.
902490
Medium size spinning reel, something you can use 4-8 lb line on... this is the best rod I've ever owned