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It is performing awesomely. I actually have a 7wt now and I am saving up for an 11wt to use on a tarpon trip next summer to the keys. The reel handles saltwater with zero issues and the rod is a joy to use. I only wish they would give a bigger spool of backing to go with it, 100 yards doesn't fill it.

I haven't run into that problem but I can see how it could happen. I do prefer double locking reel rings and wish they would add them to it.

The 555 was awesome but I really didn't need the additional stability of it over the 525. With the 525 you get moving noticeably faster and the glide is better with negligible loss of top speed. It does feel noticeably tippier but you get used to it quickly. The 555 is stable as can be, no tippiness feeling at all. The 525 being narrower, it is easier to hop on launching in shore breaks and just getting back in if you go for a dip. The 555 was sweet, the 525 is just another level above it basically. If I could find a 575 I would have purchased one in a heartbeat, it is supposed to be much faster than any other yak they make and I like to cover water but I haven't personally tried or even seen one in person. The next one I get will be a 575 or the 530 elite they make now.

I want a 575 so bad but they are pretty hard to find in the states. Yeah the wet ride has never bothered me much, I fished in Florida and now the Texas coast so it is hot here. I just figured I would mention it since in person I have had a bunch of questions about it from people.

I regularly throw closures tied using size 2 hooks, haven't tried anything larger since I use it mainly as a speckled trout rod inshore but I can try some larger flies this weekend and report back. The avid pro is awesome, I currently own 4 of them in 3 sizes and it is probably my favorite all around reel. I have cheaper ones and more expensive ones but the Avid Pro gets everything done so it kind of has become my default. The drag is smooth and predictable without any catching or grabbing as the fish pulls, just a nice steady pull.

What are you planning on targeting with the saltwater setup? The 9wt is a pretty awesome do "most" size. I use a 7wt and 9wt more than anything else and I plan to get an 11wt to target tarpons and jacks once I save my pennies a bit. I am in the middle of a move to Texas but once I get settled in here I will be back to fishing and getting gear. I think I have another 6 MAxCatch reels and a handful of MaxCatch rods to go over but I need to fish them first to get a feel for them.

@@StealthFisha Almost ready to purchase and for the last month I have been looking at the 9wt like you suggest. I will be fishing from the beach targeting saltwater australian species flathead, taylor, bream

@@3runjosh A 8wt or 9wt would handle those all equally well. I use both for big tailors (we call them bluefish here) but I prefer the 9wt since it is easier to cast in windy conditions and can handle bigger flies and fish while still not being overkill. Either way, I think you would be pleased with the salt pro, it is my second most used setup, right behind my 6wt ultraglass that I use for light inshore.

Most of them work great other than the hooks are weak and bend easily, probably about 80% had great action in the water. I highly recommend replacing the hooks on them though before fishing them.

It is an awesome setup that I truly enjoy using. I use it mostly in the Navarre Beach area but I am currently in the process of moving to Texas and will be fishing the Galveston Bay area. Only recommendation I have is to change the line out to maxcatch outbound saltwater line, it is a great line and has now become my default line and its only 20 bucks. I have used the sparta offshore and inshore, both from a kayak and still zero issues and it is as smooth as can be. Much better reel than my sage spectrum that was much more expensive.

It has performed flawlessly so far in saltwater. I just do a freshwater rinse when I am done and let it air dry before putting it away. I have three avid pro's to give you an idea how much I like them (5/7 and two 7/9) . The Sparta is very nice and its what I use for offshore but inshore I stick to the avid pro's since they are quite a bit lighter and easily get the job done.

I keep my Avid Pro in freshwater. I like that it is narrow and tall. Great reel!

Thank you!, Ya'll make great gear that is a pleasure to fish with.

Any recommendations on a lighter 9' 9wt rod that weighs less for less than 100 bucks? I have a Redington Vice 8wt that is more than double the costs and weighs more and a 8' 9wt Hardy Zane that is about 8 times the price and weighs about the same as the Salt Pro which is one foot longer. I am genuinely interested and would be interested in buying one to try out. I don't work for Maxcatch, just kind of started getting alot of their gear because I like what they offer for the price point so now I have lots of their stuff, lol.

Yeah, when the needle bearings come out of the carrier (plastic housing) they can be a bit tedious to put back in. If they do fall out, it is usually a sign that they need a bit of grease on it. The grease lubricates them but it also holds the needle bearings in place.

shoot me an email at stealthfisha555 @ gmail.com and I will get you some info on it

I'll try to get some video tomorrow using it, going out on the SUP to chase some redfish in the morning.

@@StealthFisha awesome! I appreciate your review of the rod regardless! Thank you.

Its a sinking fly line, that just happens to be the color they offer the sink rate I use, 6 inches per second in this case. Great line, works well and sinks consistently.

Thats a nice collection you have. How do you like the HVC? I am interested in picking one up soon. The price on its great and I need something to throw on a spare 8wt I have laying around to use as a loaner for people coming into town that don't have saltwater sized gear.

I use the HVC on a 10’6” 3wt Switch rod in the salt for sea run cutthroats. It’s great, very light and very smooth. If I ran Bauer, Ross, Lamson, or about any other reel company other Danielsson, I’d be worried.

I like the HVC better than the Drake. I have a Drake that I use on a 6wt. The spool release knob is really small, it’s difficult to get a firm grip or enough leverage to unscrew it to change spools. This is especially true with wet hands .