Here in Coastal Oregon, you rarely see a spinning reel being used, unless its for small freshwater trout. I only use them in the surf for surf perch. I was amazed to find out how many people use them for larger fish. Good video and some fish I've never seen before.
Thank you for this video. I have 2500, 3000 and 4000 old reels that I want to use for Snook, snapper and pompano or jack. It looks like I have what I need and don't need to buy anything anymore. This is a very informative video. I love the proof.
Hi SS -Never thought I'd see you on the tube...lol It's been a while too. Last time I saw you was next to Mark Mccallum editor of Sporting Shooter at Yaffa Publications in the early '80's .I recall then you were off all over the places to fish and i bet not many have tackled what you have done in sports fishing. Just a pity that this platform wasn't about then. i'd been running my very own hunting channel instead of just playing about on motorcycles. You should know who I am - Great Inland Baits -Poaching Trout etc. All the best!
Just as it was ending I was typing a comment about gear ratios and then you mentioned you were doing that in another video. The reason for my comment was that I noticed one thing you didn’t mention early on was that jumping from say, a 1000 up to a 2500 size could also be a decision driven by retrieve speed as even at the same ratio the bigger spool will pick up a lot more like, and the difference is pretty significant when Shimano typically has low gear ratios in the 1000 size but much higher in the 2500. While I don’t think I needed to watch this video I think it’s made me want to get myself a 4000 size reel as I’ve got a bit of a gap in my lineup at the moment and that is a size that it wouldn’t hurt to own (in other words it gives me an excuse to look at getting another reel 😂)
thanks for the information!!! what rod length would you suggest for a twin power c3000xg? i think a ml stength fast action rod would be great for seabass fishing but i aint sure about the length as i m after 9ft seabass rods like dialuna or lunamis ,but something tells me that i should stay under 9
@@ChrisGousias there’s really no hard and fast rules on length. Longer rods (8 to 10 feet) can be really handy when shore casting. Shorter rods (6 to 8 feet) tend to be favoured more for boat work. 👍
Hi! I am wanting to purchase a 10-24kg spinning rod. I want to use it offshore for a variety of lures such as plastics, top water lures and slugs. I was thinking either a 8000/10,000 sized reel. Do you have anything recommendations? I want to use it to target pelagics. Thank you!
Hi! I'd have a look at some models in the Switchbait, Grappler, Terez or Anthem SW ranges from Shimano: www.shimanofish.com.au/content/fish/oceania/au/en/homepage/rods-offshore.html
Line strength/thickness is certainly one factor. So is the size and weight of the lures and/or sinkers you want to throw and the size of the fish you’re targeting. It’s about getting the balance right and choosing the best set-up for the task at hand.
@@StarloGetsReel I want to try salmon fishing this year and I am confused what weight line to put on. I have a Shimano 6000 spinning reel on a 12ft surf rod, and I was thinking of putting 30lb line on it.. is that overkill? Should I perhaps drop down one size to 20lb?
@@light487 that's a fairly heavy outfit for salmon, but if you're covering your bases in case you encounter a mulloway or gummy shark, fair enough. I'd spool it with 20 pound. You'll cast further and have much better feel.
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Here in Coastal Oregon, you rarely see a spinning reel being used, unless its for small freshwater trout. I only use them in the surf for surf perch. I was amazed to find out how many people use them for larger fish. Good video and some fish I've never seen before.
Interesting! Thanks for sharing and I'm glad you enjoyed this vid'.
Thank you for this video. I have 2500, 3000 and 4000 old reels that I want to use for Snook, snapper and pompano or jack. It looks like I have what I need and don't need to buy anything anymore.
This is a very informative video. I love the proof.
Glad I could help!
I’ve been enjoying all of these informative videos lately
Thanks Wizard! Lots more coming...
Thanks for that! Lots more to come.
Hi SS -Never thought I'd see you on the tube...lol It's been a while too. Last time I saw you was next to Mark Mccallum editor of Sporting Shooter at Yaffa Publications in the early '80's .I recall then you were off all over the places to fish and i bet not many have tackled what you have done in sports fishing.
Just a pity that this platform wasn't about then. i'd been running my very own hunting channel instead of just playing about on motorcycles.
You should know who I am - Great Inland Baits -Poaching Trout etc.
All the best!
There's a blast from the past! Great to hear from you. Take care and thanks for the feedback!
Just as it was ending I was typing a comment about gear ratios and then you mentioned you were doing that in another video. The reason for my comment was that I noticed one thing you didn’t mention early on was that jumping from say, a 1000 up to a 2500 size could also be a decision driven by retrieve speed as even at the same ratio the bigger spool will pick up a lot more like, and the difference is pretty significant when Shimano typically has low gear ratios in the 1000 size but much higher in the 2500. While I don’t think I needed to watch this video I think it’s made me want to get myself a 4000 size reel as I’ve got a bit of a gap in my lineup at the moment and that is a size that it wouldn’t hurt to own (in other words it gives me an excuse to look at getting another reel 😂)
No worries. Gear ratio/retrieve rate video on the way!
just bought a 5000 reel the reel seat doesnt seem to fit well am I choosing the wrong rod size?
Yes, sounds like an issue with the rod as the feet on the reels are pretty standard.
Brilliant 👌
Thanks Nick!
Thank you Starlo 👍👍
No problem 👍
thanks for the information!!! what rod length would you suggest for a twin power c3000xg? i think a ml stength fast action rod would be great for seabass fishing but i aint sure about the length as i m after 9ft seabass rods like dialuna or lunamis ,but something tells me that i should stay under 9
@@ChrisGousias there’s really no hard and fast rules on length. Longer rods (8 to 10 feet) can be really handy when shore casting. Shorter rods (6 to 8 feet) tend to be favoured more for boat work. 👍
@@StarloGetsReel thank you very much ,tight lines my friend
Thank you that was helpgull ❤👍👍
Glad it helped!
Very informative video mate!By the way, how you think of the combo shimano Sahara 2500 and a Samaki Zing Gen 3 rod 6-12lb?Need some tips and advises .
Sounds great to me! Thanks for the feedback, too.
Thank you
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Hi! I am wanting to purchase a 10-24kg spinning rod. I want to use it offshore for a variety of lures such as plastics, top water lures and slugs. I was thinking either a 8000/10,000 sized reel. Do you have anything recommendations? I want to use it to target pelagics. Thank you!
Hi! I'd have a look at some models in the Switchbait, Grappler, Terez or Anthem SW ranges from Shimano: www.shimanofish.com.au/content/fish/oceania/au/en/homepage/rods-offshore.html
@@StarloGetsReel cheers! What size reel would you pair a 10-24kg spinning rod with? I want to chase kingfish, tuna, mackerel
@@shuheilawson1433 I’d personally go for at least a 10,000, maybe a 14,000. For line capacity and drag strength.
I’m from California and these guys down here don’t use big spinning reels but I want to against the yellow Tail/ kingfish what do I need?
Hi! You'll need at least an 8000 size reel for those yellowrail. A 10 000 would be better.
@@StarloGetsReel hola! but do we have the same brands as you guys can you name a good brand/setup I should buy? Thanks for replying
@@evanherrera5948 stick with Shimano and you won't go wrong!
So basically it comes down to how thick the line is you want?
Line strength/thickness is certainly one factor. So is the size and weight of the lures and/or sinkers you want to throw and the size of the fish you’re targeting. It’s about getting the balance right and choosing the best set-up for the task at hand.
@@StarloGetsReel I want to try salmon fishing this year and I am confused what weight line to put on. I have a Shimano 6000 spinning reel on a 12ft surf rod, and I was thinking of putting 30lb line on it.. is that overkill? Should I perhaps drop down one size to 20lb?
@@light487 that's a fairly heavy outfit for salmon, but if you're covering your bases in case you encounter a mulloway or gummy shark, fair enough. I'd spool it with 20 pound. You'll cast further and have much better feel.