Just wondering what reels you all have been putting on the ML-M inshore rod. I see some Cedros 40 and 50. Just want to get the perfect one. Thanks
1700928
I'd go with the 40. I have the quantum Cabo 40 on it and it balances perfectly. Since everyone has different preference, you should just try it on b4 you buy if you want the perfect match.
1700929
I did go with Cedros 40 and it fits perfectly. The smaller reel has so much drag power that you can easily handle big fish with braid.
1700930
I use the Cedros 40clf on mine. I have put a 50 on it too. The 40 manages good sized Redfish, Stripers up to 39" and small Mahi Mahi, Lesser Amberjacks, Bonito, Albacore and Yellow Tail. I use food braid and dampen that with flurocarbon leader. Drag is the issue and line test that will not over stress the rods test weight. I believe you will be happy with the combinations.
1700931
I have the following on mine and the fit seems just right.Spinfisher V Fishing reel SSV6500, - Best price right here on Amazon.
8858
I'm using 10lb Cajun Line Mono in a 6-14lb Shimano spinning rod. works good on large fish, but I'm not at a place to surf fish.
156865
I not too familiar with the reel you are talking about, but I bought two of these rods and have been very happy with there performance, I use one with a penny reel for surf casting and the other for bottom fishing off of a jetty.
1457018
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..
1559825
I don't see a problem but okiaya also has 30-80 rod, the same size but stiffer. The choice would really be determined by the targeted fish. If you are going for huge makos, marlin or big tuna I would use the 30-80 but for fish under 120 # I like the 30-50.
234860
I use 6 Lb test for trout and bass. Seems to work well, have had no issues with knotting or tangling. Love the reel very smooth and fast.
462861
Hi, this models come in two types; NTi C for casting and NTi S for spinning. The biggest caught with this rod is 4kg seabass. Good rod I like it, got 2 now.Happy fishing!Mohd
1791921
Hi, I am responding again to this question as I think I made a mistkae. The item we had to return b/c it was not the one pictured was a whole rod and reel combo. So I think this is a different one. Sorry for the confusion.
1251882
This rod is for inshore salt water application. I have it matched with daiwa 300 low profile reel for bottom fishing at Caribbean when we had no luck for trolling for marlin. Quite good for grouper. It is too heavy for bass fishing, I believe.
170178
I would not trust a rod for a reel this heavy that was more than 2 pieces. Ebay had a couple of rods for around $80 last time I looked. Stay with graphite instead of fiberglass.
1719166
After owning this reel for onr year now, I got hink it would be a very suitable reel for.that rod. And.the drag system is excelent. Espciaally when dealing with salmon or trout.
1188918
I'm not familiar with your rod. Try it and see what happens. Bear in mind it is an inexpensive reel.
1785547
I own 2 Shimano symetres and live in Tampa FL. All I do is inshore fish (light tackle) and they are great reels. I own stradics and quantum bocas and penn reels and I would put the symetre up against any of those even though they are cheaper. The 3000 is the best for light tackle. I use 8 pound braided line and have landed snook and redfish up to 15 pounds on that 3000 symetre. Hope this helps.
211095
I've flyfished for over 40 years and couldn't make heads or tails out of these designations until I got a look at a chart that listed the maximum length of the backing line (yds.) and its breaking point (lbs. - relating directly to its diameter). Obviously, the copy writer didn't have a clue about what's actually relevant here. Here are the identifications: The 50/12 denotes the SLV reel sized to hold a #2 or #3 weight fly line and weighs 4.5 ozs. The 95/12 reel is sized to hold a #4 or #5 weight fly line and weighs 4.8 ozs. The 140/20 reel is sized for a #5 or #6 weight fly line and weighs 5.3 ozs. The 145/20 reel is sized for a #7 or #8 weight fly line and weighs 5.5 ozs. The 150/30 reel is sized for a #8 or #9 weight fly line and weighs 6.1 ozs. The 170/50 reel is sized for #9 and #10 weight fly line These are great reels at an average 10% discount with no shipping charges through Amazon. If you can match your fly rod(s) to one of these and achieve a good point of balance* when the backing and fly line are loaded on the reel, one of these should do just fine. * Place an extended index finger under the rod handle at a 90 degree angle just ahead of the reel. Slowly move it forward until the combination of rod and reel come to rest on your finger with no assistance from your other hand - perfect balance. This point should ideally be located on the handle or a few inches up the rod just ahead of the position where you would comfortably grip the rod while casting. Good luck and good fishing!
1145355
Steve..that is a personal preference for you to decide....I am right handed..but I prefer a left-handed real....I do not like to change hands between casting and reeling..I often fish top-water lures, and many times will get a strike as soon as the bait hits the water....just when you are changing hands with a RH reel!!! Also, the rod should be in your Master hand (RT) so you can better react to the fishes fight.....Your left hand can easily master the cranking of the reel, and it is just MY preference!!! If you can borrow a rt and lt handed reel and try them both out and see which you prefer!!! I have shown many of my friends, family, etc....the Left-handed idea, and 90% of them have converted to the LH crank!!! Their popularity can be seen by the huge increase of LH models available now!!!! BUT!!! Again..ITs YOUR decision to make!!! Good Luck....and be sure to leave a few for me!!! Jim
1683205
This ils a good reel for a 9 et fly rod. I have bern using ait on Atlantic salmon, small mouth bass and lake tout Wirth good success. Hope this help.
975798
I can't speak for ocean but I've been using these rods on the great lake and have caught kings in the upper 20's and low 30's with no problem. They are hard to beat for the price.Good luck.