Is this a good reel for yellowtail and blue fin?
1141490
I fish from a kayak and have had no problems pulling in 20-60 lb fish - wahoo, shibi (small ahi/yellowfin) - no blues in Hawaii. I run power pro w/ mono top shot. Sorry if you're after bigger fish - I don't have the experience w/ the reel.
1141491
It is a pretty good reel at 130 feet for grouper and amberjacks I do not know if it could hold up to tuna. Let me know if it works. I am quite happy with it so far
1141492
This size 60 with lever drag is a great reel for yellow tail and tuna up to 50 lbs. It holds more line and has a better drag than the Jigmaster. It is a nice reel for the price. I run a small charter operation and have 6 of these Squall reels in various sizes. They are used by both novice and experienced anglers with no issues.
1842123
i personally would choose the 6925, ive paired my stcroix panfish series 6. 9" with this reel and its exceptionally balanced.
59933
I can not address your question properly, but, I use this reel for steelhead and salmon fishing in the Pacific Northwest, rivers and bays. I use 20 pound braided and I have not been spooled yet.
2159927
I have used it with braided line and it worked fine using 6 lbs. I just didn't need all the strength for what I fish for. With 10 lbs flora carbon I caught a 42" northern with this reel with no issues at all.
1988698
Yes, I only use it for saltwater fishing. I have caught king mackerel, spanish mackerel, jack carvalle, and many other saltwater fish using this reel.
1390739
YES, these reels are great i have 4, use them in fresh and salt water, You will be more than happy with these reel,s
1434642
I have yet to fish for anything larger than red drum. but this reel can use up to 40lb line, maybe 150yrds. maybe more I do not have my reel with me right now to look. Anyway handle the yellow fin, have fun this reel will get the job done. Blessings Bro.
2193971
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.
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.
2199525
Sorry to say, but this is a strong reel meant for Marine Fishing. Put some strong line on it and go after the big fish ! Keith S.
2185563
I own two trio 40's. They are relatively small for size 40 reels. A size 30 or even a 20 though would be better for 8lb line.
2199524
Sorry to say, but this is a strong reel meant for Marine Fishing. Put some strong line on it and go after the big fish !Keith S.
954089
I would NOT recommend this set up for that size fish! I had my hands full with fish under 5 pounds!See my review on this combo for information on the reel. The rod is great, but I would buy a stiffer one for 40 to 100 pounders. PS--where do you fish? I wanna go there! -Edog1955
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.
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.
1719168
This reel has great drag and is so lite to use.i have used it to catch nz kingfish up to 20 pounds which are real dirty fighters ,u can you tube this. A lovely little reel one of my favorites.
790406
Fairly large. It could reel a 100lb+ fish if you fight it correctly! If you are talking tightening the drag and strong arm the fish in, well then probably no. (Depending on the fish) I would say a fish like a 30lb Bonita or Tuna will wreck the bearings on this reel when it takes off! However, I am sure you could bring up/in a 30lb Black Drum, Redfish, Cod, or some "slower" fish with it. I have hooked into many a large 5-6 ft black tip shark (playing with the drag) and fought them usually till the leader saps or hooks straighten! Its an awesome reel, would buy it again & again in a heartbeat. As always, clean and service your reels often (especially the nice ones) and you will enjoy them a long time. PS, I own the 5500