New Spinning Reel

Hi Guys,

Can anyone recommend a good spinning reel that preferably comes with a few extra spools that doesn't break the bank. I have decided on getting a Teklon Concept 802 so I would like a good reel to match it.

Cheers

I've just recently got a new Shimano Exage 4000FC, came with a spare spool. It's silky smooth, and handled a very annoyed 2lb sea trout in fast flowing water with no bother at all.

I like it.

also, there's a bit of chat on an Okuma here: viewtopic.php?f=28&t=40950

Abu Soron STX 40 is a TOP reel

I've just recently got a new Shimano Exage 4000FC, came with a spare spool. It's silky smooth, and handled a very annoyed 2lb sea trout in fast flowing water with no bother at all.

I like it.

also, there's a bit of chat on an Okuma here: viewtopic.php?f=28&t=40950

Cheers Tanglerat! I'l have a look at them.

Abu Soron STX 40 is a TOP reel

Cheers Rory! It looks the part. It's a bit out of my budget though.

Rovex Ceratec http://dizzybigfish.co.uk/review-of-rov ... -ct4-4000/
Soron STX http://dizzybigfish.co.uk/review-of-abu ... pool-reel/

Apples?

Rovex Ceratec http://dizzybigfish.co.uk/review-of-rov ... -ct4-4000/
Soron STX http://dizzybigfish.co.uk/review-of-abu ... pool-reel/

Apples?

Looks like it alright! I'l see if I can find any more reviews on the Rovex! Cheers Rory!

I have the same rod and matched it with the Penn Atlantis 4000
Its a very good real, and compare to the Exage and Stradic which I have I much prefer it. Got it for Bass and using it for Salmon

Got it here http://www.alderneyangling.com/penn2.htm

I have the same rod and matched it with the Penn Atlantis 4000
Its a very good real, and compare to the Exage and Stradic which I have I much prefer it. Got it for Bass and using it for Salmon

Got it here http://www.alderneyangling.com/penn2.htm

Thanks stylie, how do you find the rod for flicking out lures & soft plastics?

http://www.fostersofbirmingham.co.uk/1199044

Mitchell mag pro 4000 is a lovely reel. At this price it's a steal. I've had one for two years and it's still sweet despite plenty of abuse and saltwater exposure. Line lay with braid is good and it has a decent drag. All in all a nice reel for a great price.

http://www.fostersofbirmingham.co.uk/1199044

Mitchell mag pro 4000 is a lovely reel. At this price it's a steal. I've had one for two years and it's still sweet despite plenty of abuse and saltwater exposure. Line lay with braid is good and it has a decent drag. All in all a nice reel for a great price.

Cheers Steve, looks good! What lb/mm braid do you use on it?

Another one to really confuse you
http://www.mrfishjersey.com/reels/rovex ... -2000.html

I have the same rod and matched it with the Penn Atlantis 4000
Its a very good real, and compare to the Exage and Stradic which I have I much prefer it. Got it for Bass and using it for Salmon

Got it here http://www.alderneyangling.com/penn2.htm

Thanks stylie, how do you find the rod for flicking out lures & soft plastics?

Its a lovely rod to fish with, definitely a "flicker" for soft plastics. My girlfriend in fact uses it more than me because its so light.
It doesnt cast that far, but its an 8ft so thats expected. I filled the spool with 15lb Nanofil and I think the setup compliments each other. The other spool has 12lb mono for river work and combined the rod and reel has landed a few salmon up to 5lb with no problem. I think the rod would struggle with 8lb + salmon. However I caught salmon using the 9ft version of the rod and it had buckets of power, too much in fact for the fishing I do and the salmon I expect to catch.

So the 802 is my go to spinning rod at the moment

The mitchell doesn't come with a shallow braid spool (in fairness - not many do) so you'll need to back up the braid with mono. Comes with a spare spool (not a plastic one thankfully) so it's easy to work out how much mono to put on.

There's a tonne of reels out these days that I'd love to buy - especially some of the newer Daiwa ones. However until I have 200+ bills to spend I'll happily stick with the mag pro!

Another one to really confuse you
http://www.mrfishjersey.com/reels/rovex ... -2000.html

Haha cheers Rory! A lot to look at now!

Its a lovely rod to fish with, definitely a "flicker" for soft plastics. My girlfriend in fact uses it more than me because its so light.
It doesnt cast that far, but its an 8ft so thats expected. I filled the spool with 15lb Nanofil and I think the setup compliments each other. The other spool has 12lb mono for river work and combined the rod and reel has landed a few salmon up to 5lb with no problem. I think the rod would struggle with 8lb + salmon. However I caught salmon using the 9ft version of the rod and it had buckets of power, too much in fact for the fishing I do and the salmon I expect to catch.

So the 802 is my go to spinning rod at the moment

Thanks Stylie, from what I have read about it, it's the bees knees!

The mitchell doesn't come with a shallow braid spool (in fairness - not many do) so you'll need to back up the braid with mono. Comes with a spare spool (not a plastic one thankfully) so it's easy to work out how much mono to put on.

There's a tonne of reels out these days that I'd love to buy - especially some of the newer Daiwa ones. However until I have 200+ bills to spend I'll happily stick with the mag pro!

Cheers Steve! Yeh I was thinking I would prob have to back the braid up with mono.

Hi

The Teklon is a great rod so good pick there! I fished with one for a long while and loved it....still love it but it does not get the use it deserves anymore. Ive had pollock up to 8lb on it from the boat and a 9lb bass from the shore so there is plenty of grunt in it.

Anyway....I would recommend a Shimano Technium 4000FC reel to pair with it. I had my Teklon paired with this reel before I upgraded and it is a truly great reel that is not a silly price.

You can get one in Veals for a good price. https://www.veals.co.uk/acatalog/shiman ... -2080.html
I picked mine up for around the €100 mark too here in Ireland.

The reel has proven itself in the salt water for me....and it took many a dunking!!!!!

My advice.....

Buy the best reel you can afford. If you buy cheap you will only end up buying twice.

So if this means waiting and saving- do it.

Hi

The Teklon is a great rod so good pick there! I fished with one for a long while and loved it....still love it but it does not get the use it deserves anymore. Ive had pollock up to 8lb on it from the boat and a 9lb Bass from the shore so there is plenty of grunt in it.

Anyway....I would recommend a Shimano Technium 4000FC reel to pair with it. I had my Teklon paired with this reel before I upgraded and it is a truly great reel that is not a silly price.

You can get one in Veals for a good price. https://www.veals.co.uk/acatalog/shiman ... -2080.html
I picked mine up for around the €100 mark too here in Ireland.

The reel has proven itself in the salt water for me....and it took many a dunking!!!!!

My advice.....

Buy the best reel you can afford. If you buy cheap you will only end up buying twice.

So if this means waiting and saving- do it.

+1 or if the bobs stretch to it a rarenium.

Hi

The Teklon is a great rod so good pick there! I fished with one for a long while and loved it....still love it but it does not get the use it deserves anymore. Ive had pollock up to 8lb on it from the boat and a 9lb Bass from the shore so there is plenty of grunt in it.

Anyway....I would recommend a Shimano Technium 4000FC reel to pair with it. I had my Teklon paired with this reel before I upgraded and it is a truly great reel that is not a silly price.

You can get one in Veals for a good price. https://www.veals.co.uk/acatalog/shiman ... -2080.html
I picked mine up for around the €100 mark too here in Ireland.

The reel has proven itself in the salt water for me....and it took many a dunking!!!!!

My advice.....

Buy the best reel you can afford. If you buy cheap you will only end up buying twice.

So if this means waiting and saving- do it.

+2 on the technium can't believe it still going after nearly drowning it a couple of times .

good article here: http://www.go-saltwater-fishing.com/che ... reels.html

Hi

The Teklon is a great rod so good pick there! I fished with one for a long while and loved it....still love it but it does not get the use it deserves anymore. Ive had pollock up to 8lb on it from the boat and a 9lb Bass from the shore so there is plenty of grunt in it.

Anyway....I would recommend a Shimano Technium 4000FC reel to pair with it. I had my Teklon paired with this reel before I upgraded and it is a truly great reel that is not a silly price.

You can get one in Veals for a good price. https://www.veals.co.uk/acatalog/shiman ... -2080.html
I picked mine up for around the €100 mark too here in Ireland.

The reel has proven itself in the salt water for me....and it took many a dunking!!!!!

My advice.....

Buy the best reel you can afford. If you buy cheap you will only end up buying twice.

So if this means waiting and saving- do it.

+2 on the technium can't believe it still going after nearly drowning it a couple of times .

Cheers lads, Il have a look at those!