Author Topic: What size reel (Read 3578 times)

Esox fisherman · « **on:** Sep 03, 2020, 02:49 PM »

What size reel should i get
Also somebody recommended a pflueger preseident but was alot more expensive so im sticking to getting trion

primepin65 · « **Reply #1 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 02:58 PM »

I would get a reel that can hold a minimum of 400 yards of 10lb mono.

skifisher · « **Reply #2 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 03:14 PM »

What the heck is he fishing for...tuna?

400 yards of line is a bit overkill isn’t it? Half that is more than ample, not to mention a lot cheaper! I’d be more inclined to spend the extra $$$ on a better reel with a good drag system like the President. MYO

primepin65 · « **Reply #3 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 03:58 PM »

yes he is fishing for tuna-sized pike in the mighty Braddock Bay of New York!!!

seriously though, he was given a suggestion of a Pflueger President reel, which retails for $50-60 depending on size. that reel is too expensive for him, so he's going with the Pflueger Trion, which retails for $43, regardless of size, on their website.

For every single question, there's been legit answers met with silly responses. it's getting crazy.

matzilla · « **Reply #4 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 03:58 PM »

20-25 for most ice fishing needs with a pflueger
that translates to a 500-1000 in most other brands

mushroom_capd_1 · « **Reply #5 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 04:02 PM »

Quote from: Esox fisherman on Sep 03, 2020, 02:49 PM

What size reel should i get
Also somebody recommended a pflueger preseident but was alot more expensive so im sticking to getting trion

Get a size 20 or 25 depending on what you are fishing for.

filetandrelease · « **Reply #6 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 04:20 PM »

I use 25 presidents for eyes , perch and lakers , open water casting and jigging I use 30s , just my preference
The Trions I owned Held up pretty well

SALMONEMIA · « **Reply #7 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 08:51 PM »

Plueger trion 25 is a good size. I own many of these exclusively for ice fishing. Load it up pline cx premium. 4 lb or 6lb. Whatever you want. They're nice reels and the line is very strong.

slipperybob · « **Reply #8 on:** Sep 03, 2020, 09:11 PM »

I use a lot of the 25 and 30 size in Pflueger/Shakespeare reels and the 1000 to 2500/3000/4000 size in the Shimano reels.

I may have an overkill in the reel as far as which one I'm using for ice fishing, but that is my choice. I did start with the bare cheapest of reels like the Shakespeare Alpha XT reels, they are graphite body reels. Cheap and functional for what I used them for.

Esox fisherman · « **Reply #9 on:** Sep 04, 2020, 08:09 AM »

Quote from: primepin65 on Sep 03, 2020, 03:58 PM

yes he is fishing for tuna-sized pike in the mighty Braddock Bay of New York!!!

seriously though, he was given a suggestion of a Pflueger President reel, which retails for $50-60 depending on size. that reel is too expensive for him, so he's going with the Pflueger Trion, which retails for $43, regardless of size, on their website.

For every single question, there's been legit answers met with silly responses. it's getting crazy.

I saw presidents for $70

Esox fisherman · « **Reply #10 on:** Sep 04, 2020, 08:09 AM »

Quote from: SALMONEMIA on Sep 03, 2020, 08:51 PM

Plueger trion 25 is a good size. I own many of these exclusively for ice fishing. Load it up pline cx premium. 4 lb or 6lb. Whatever you want. They're nice reels and the line is very strong.

Thank you

filetandrelease · « **Reply #11 on:** Sep 04, 2020, 12:06 PM »

I catch most everything from sales as I’m constantly surfing and I’m cheap 😉
I have many stores set up on the phone that let me know when sales pop ,
Trions work fine as I’ve owned 20s and 30s
I just prefer the presidents and paid less

matzilla · « **Reply #12 on:** Sep 04, 2020, 03:02 PM »

Quote from: Esox fisherman on Sep 04, 2020, 08:09 AM

I saw presidents for $70

$49.99
https://www.fieldandstreamshop.com/p/pflueger-president-spinning-reel-17pfluprsdnt30spnree/17pfluprsdnt30spnree

primepin65 · « **Reply #13 on:** Sep 04, 2020, 03:19 PM »

Pflueger President Spinning Fishing Reel

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Pflueger-President-Spinning-Fishing-Reel/845236598

$38 at Walmart online

TickleStick · « **Reply #14 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 03:19 PM »

I recommend Shimano, I use the 500 to 1000 size.

Sedona's are excellent but if you wanna go all out find a C14+ 1000 or wait for the Vanford 500 or 1000

I will be picking up a Vanford 1000 before winter gets here.

rdhammah · « **Reply #15 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 03:36 PM »

before we get our shorts tied into a knot, let's hear from the OP as to what he is fishing for and what he expects out of the reel. You guys are all going half cocked without knowing anything other than he's looking to get a new reel.

Esox fisherman · « **Reply #16 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 03:49 PM »

Quote from: rdhammah on Sep 05, 2020, 03:36 PM

before we get our shorts tied into a knot, let's hear from the OP as to what he is fishing for and what he expects out of the reel. You guys are all going half cocked without knowing anything other than he's looking to get a new reel.

shark

skifisher · « **Reply #17 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 04:31 PM »

rd...and THERE you have your answer!

filetandrelease · « **Reply #18 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 04:40 PM »

LOL he’s from bradocks bay so that really answers the question 😉 another reason for him to ask question in his own area he plans to fish

Esox fisherman · « **Reply #19 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 05:00 PM »

Panfish pike everything

Esox fisherman · « **Reply #20 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 05:04 PM »

Due to another forum i am getting 10 lb power pro ice tech and use 8lb fluorocarbon

filetandrelease · « **Reply #21 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 05:22 PM »

I use power pro and fireline except for flat fish , I fish warm so ice lines are not necessary

rdhammah · « **Reply #22 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 06:39 PM »

Quote from: Esox fisherman on Sep 05, 2020, 03:49 PM

shark

in that case a Okuma Avenger 20 should do it

slipperybob · « **Reply #23 on:** Sep 05, 2020, 06:54 PM »

Fishing for everything, a medium power reel will do the most. That's basically the 30 size reel or 3000 size equivalent.

hawg · « **Reply #24 on:** Sep 07, 2020, 12:46 PM »

Quote from: rdhammah on Sep 05, 2020, 03:36 PM

before we get our shorts tied into a knot, let's hear from the OP as to what he is fishing for and what he expects out of the reel. You guys are all going half cocked without knowing anything other than he's looking to get a new reel.

guess you haven’t read his other crazy posts huh.