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2500 size reel

#1 Post by cod chaser »

Hi lads going to buy s 2500 size fixed spool reel to match my new 5-20g lure rod for soft plastic fishing. I need a reel to suit the set up any can anybody can recommend a suitable reel ? will sped about €50 on the reel thanks


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Re: 2500 size reel

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Daiwa procaster 2500 not a bad reel at around your budget, also a Daiwa Sweepfire also within budget. The Procaster would be the higher spec of the two.
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Ok saw the procaster on eBay cheers


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Re: 2500 size reel

#4 Post by roryodonnell »

Id choose the Shimano Catana 2500. Or the Exage. There is a new model of the Exage just released, you might get a good deal on the one being phased out
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Re: 2500 size reel

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look at the Penn Battle a cracker of a reel it also comes with a spare alu spool, you might have to spend a little bit more but well worth it :wink:
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Henrys Tackle had a couple of Mitchel Mag Pro reels to clear recently. Only €60 and they are a cracking reel. He might not have any left, but it would be well worth a look.
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Thanks for the info lads


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JOHN1 wrote:look at the Penn Battle a cracker of a reel it also comes with a spare alu spool, you might have to spend a little bit more but well worth it :wink:
Have to agree here the battle is great.
The Surecatch unity 30 is slightly bigger but superb too ( no spare spool though)
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Thanks Jim


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shimano cantana great reel great price
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#11 Post by gerty86 »

I have a couple of cantanas and can't fault them for the price. They come with a second spool which is handy.
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Re: 2500 size reel

#12 Post by cod chaser »

Hi lads I'm out here on holidays in Mallorca & bought a shimano catana 2500 €45 for my soft plastic fishing have also bought a okuma 7' 5-20g rod last week back home. Thanks for all the advice lads


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