reel

can anyone reccomend a small fixed spool or multiplier reel for a greys bze 11' 6" 1-3oz??

Thanks

I'm using a Daiwa 7HT on my BZe, but that's just because I had one handy. It casts fine. It might be a little big for the rod. Something else like an Abu 6500 might be good too. You might prefer something with a level wind if you do a lot of fishing at night.

i'm using an abu 6500c3ct on my 11ft spinning reel.. casts grand.. nice size ratio...

Have you considered an Abu 5500 sized reel? loaded with 10 or 12 lb mainline they are the business on bass rods :D

Lee

if possible try to track down an abu 5500 mag elite, itll be the ideal multi for it, as for fixed spool i would recommend the shimano baitrunner 8000 for a nice balanced outfit, look after them though, they dont really like saltwater, but excellent reel for the job

Would those ABU 5500s work well on a baitcaster ( boat fishing)
jd

(have to get a baitcaster first!!)

i use an origional 5000 on my baitcaster and have had doubke figure cod and pollock on it with surprising ease. they are a surprisingly powerful reel.i removed the bushes and put in magnito bearings(my ould fellas an engineer).no use it on my carp rod for light shore fishing and it is a pleasure to use. casts about 120yards wit a 2 ounce. the penn generations look a nice little reel.u can guess whats on the top of my christmas list!!

thanks for all the replys guys.

anyone no is it possible to get a 5000 or 6000 size widout a levelwind?
im haveing a bit of trouble tracking one down?(do they exist?)

thankz

Doh, just realised posting a ebay link for one person on a forum ain't the brighest idea :oops:

I'll blame the wife for my lapse in concentration :lol: