Saltwater Baitcaster

PaleRed · 05-30-2008, 10:32 AM

I have alway been a spinning reel kind of guy, but was thinking about trying out a baitcaster to have another tool in the arsenal. I would be using it mostly for redfishing around heavy structure. I would like to get one that would be good for holding 20 to 40 # braid. I have no idea what the best reel is for the money. I would love to find a good one for around 100$, but don't even know if that is possible. Any tips?

KPL · 05-30-2008, 11:49 AM

I purchased one from Bass Pro Shop it was the ocean master 4000. In fact I liked it so well I purchasedtwo more. I've used them on every thing from inshore fishing to snapper fishing. I have 20 pound mono on 2 of them and 40 pound mono (to Big )on one (snapper) They have them on sell at times for 79.99 but the regular price is 99.99 I think. I sure like mine and no problem with any of them.

Good Luck Paul

Capt. Bob Quarles · 05-30-2008, 12:37 PM

I have always been a Shimano spinning reel guy as well, but I love my new low profile Quantum baitcaster..... I spooled it up with 20 lb. spiderwire ultracast braid and you won't believe how far you can throw a skitterwalk or a redfish magic spinnerbait with it.. awesome reels....smooth drags.. tested on some big sheepshead this spring...no problems.

BTW... the Cardiff series from Shimano are very nice as well, and I have one on a nice rod I am willing to sell if you are interested.. just not a low profile..100 bucks for the combo/reel and rod.

I need to clear out some rods..so I can buy some more.........

Brant Peacher · 05-30-2008, 01:34 PM

Flueger's 2008saltwater baitcaster called the contender is a highly recommended reel. Penn makes two saltwater baitcasters the Sargus and the persuit. Ive tested them out and both are very nice saltwater reels. Andas capt. Bob said you cant go wrong with the quantum baitcaster.

Hey Bob, you convinced me! Im getting a couple Quantum Cabos.

Brant Peacher
Tackle Repe

Flatspro · 05-30-2008, 01:38 PM

We have the shimano curado 200dhsv, quantum tour pt burner and the abu garcia revo stx hs. Honestly they are all around $200 before manufactuers rebates and I choose to fish with the revos loaded with 30lb braid. But thats just my opinion They make cheaper revos and quantums

Chad

seminolewind · 05-30-2008, 01:57 PM

Shimano Calcutta for sure they are great reels a little pricey but you get what you pay for.

lobsterman · 05-30-2008, 02:01 PM

Calcutta all the way.

PaleRed · 05-30-2008, 02:50 PM

thanks for the tips. At least I have a place to start now.

Eric, thats a brave proposition, but if our paths cross in the near future maybe I could take you up on it. Just bring the one you want me to respool because by the end of the day I will probably have to cut it all off from all birdnests I get into.

PaleRed · 05-30-2008, 03:00 PM

any testimonies about how these reels hold up to the salt water? After looking at most of them, seem like they are more designed for fresh water use.

lobsterman · 05-30-2008, 03:11 PM

I have had my Calcutta 400 for 12 years, used only in salt water and it is in fine shape. I caught a 38# king fly lining last summer with 15# Ande Back Country so I would say that the reel is doing just fine.

05-30-2008, 10:32 AM	#1
PaleRed Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Destin Posts: 444	Saltwater Baitcaster I have alway been a spinning reel kind of guy, but was thinking about trying out a baitcaster to have another tool in the arsenal. I would be using it mostly for redfishing around heavy structure. I would like to get one that would be good for holding 20 to 40 # braid. I have no idea what the best reel is for the money. I would love to find a good one for around 100$, but don't even know if that is possible. Any tips?

05-30-2008, 11:49 AM	#2
KPL Senior Member Trigger Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 283	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster I purchased one from Bass Pro Shop it was the ocean master 4000. In fact I liked it so well I purchasedtwo more. I've used them on every thing from inshore fishing to snapper fishing. I have 20 pound mono on 2 of them and 40 pound mono (to Big )on one (snapper) They have them on sell at times for 79.99 but the regular price is 99.99 I think. I sure like mine and no problem with any of them. Good Luck Paul

05-30-2008, 12:37 PM	#3
Capt. Bob Quarles Senior Member Mingo Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 161	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster I have always been a Shimano spinning reel guy as well, but I love my new low profile Quantum baitcaster..... I spooled it up with 20 lb. spiderwire ultracast braid and you won't believe how far you can throw a skitterwalk or a redfish magic spinnerbait with it.. awesome reels....smooth drags.. tested on some big sheepshead this spring...no problems. BTW... the Cardiff series from Shimano are very nice as well, and I have one on a nice rod I am willing to sell if you are interested.. just not a low profile..100 bucks for the combo/reel and rod. I need to clear out some rods..so I can buy some more.........

05-30-2008, 01:34 PM	#4
Brant Peacher Senior Member Grouper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Pensacola Posts: 914	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster Flueger's 2008saltwater baitcaster called the contender is a highly recommended reel. Penn makes two saltwater baitcasters the Sargus and the persuit. Ive tested them out and both are very nice saltwater reels. Andas capt. Bob said you cant go wrong with the quantum baitcaster. Hey Bob, you convinced me! Im getting a couple Quantum Cabos. Brant Peacher Tackle Repe

05-30-2008, 01:38 PM	#5
Flatspro Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 544	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster We have the shimano curado 200dhsv, quantum tour pt burner and the abu garcia revo stx hs. Honestly they are all around $200 before manufactuers rebates and I choose to fish with the revos loaded with 30lb braid. But thats just my opinion They make cheaper revos and quantums Chad __________________ Chad Skeeles pensacolakayakcharters.com

05-30-2008, 01:57 PM	#6
seminolewind Senior Member Grouper Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 916	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster Shimano Calcutta for sure they are great reels a little pricey but you get what you pay for.

05-30-2008, 02:01 PM	#7
lobsterman Jiggin Finatic Blue Marlin Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Okaloosa Posts: 5,634	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster Calcutta all the way. __________________ AKA Jiggin Junkie II Chronicles 7:14 Randy's Canvas & Marine Vinyls 850-279-4140 850-855-5314 cell Custom Awnings - Repairs Boat Cushions - Curtains and more

05-30-2008, 02:50 PM	#8
PaleRed Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Destin Posts: 444	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster thanks for the tips. At least I have a place to start now. Eric, thats a brave proposition, but if our paths cross in the near future maybe I could take you up on it. Just bring the one you want me to respool because by the end of the day I will probably have to cut it all off from all birdnests I get into.

05-30-2008, 03:00 PM	#9
PaleRed Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Destin Posts: 444	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster any testimonies about how these reels hold up to the salt water? After looking at most of them, seem like they are more designed for fresh water use.

05-30-2008, 03:11 PM	#10
lobsterman Jiggin Finatic Blue Marlin Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Okaloosa Posts: 5,634	RE: Saltwater Baitcaster I have had my Calcutta 400 for 12 years, used only in salt water and it is in fine shape. I caught a 38# king fly lining last summer with 15# Ande Back Country so I would say that the reel is doing just fine. __________________ AKA Jiggin Junkie II Chronicles 7:14 Randy's Canvas & Marine Vinyls 850-279-4140 850-855-5314 cell Custom Awnings - Repairs Boat Cushions - Curtains and more

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