Re: Party boat tuna tackle question
 

Just my 2 cents based upon owning 4 Avet reels. Even though the ones I own are not the models you are considering. I have to say that Avet`s for the most part are crap, I wouldn't spend another dime on them. Like most I was attracted to the machine tooled look and that they were made in the USA, but they have a well documented history of the bearings going on them and the company is well aware of it. I have spent hundreds of dollars servicing them over the years.....These reels are not cheap and there are definitely better options for the money.

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So if you have 200yds. of mono and you get a tangle your done.Cut it off and respool.Mono with floro leader is all you need.

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50 W with 60# mono is all the reel u should ever need , two speed ? For what ?
If they dump 5 to 600 yds of line ur in trouble , 80's too heavy for SU unless in a cockpit boat ! I never quite bought the 2 spd deal after using several over the years .
Most can't even stand up to a 50 w drag , fish under 150# 30 W with proper rod
Will land 90%! Of fish out their !
Braid backing save ur money !

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I would agree on the 50 w with 60, but I like having 80lb test depending on fish size and ability to handle the fish especially on a Headboat. I have a couple 2 speeds and have to say really liked them. Especially for the last 50 ft when they get stubborn near the boat. I have a penn 50 tw I purchases in 1986 when the BACARDI was hot and caught a ton on it. Now I use the 50sw as my first choice!!!

BC

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Sell them to me! :p:p:p
The smaller SX/MX (which I'm assuming your ref to) are completely different animals then the larger HX/EX stuff. Their offshore lineup has been time tested and is right up there with Penn Internationals, Shimano Tiagra's, etc.

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So are you guys saying braid with a top shot or just plain mono

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I run braid with a 200 yd topshot, other's run straight mono. Personally, I like the braid, that way should I hook into the big sword or bigeye, I have the capacity that will give me a shot at landing it.

Part of the decision will come from your wallet. Hollowcore braid is not cheap, but can last you 7-10 years, depending how much fishing you do.

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50W with 80# test momoi or higher quality mono with smaller diameter compared to the cheap stuff. No braid period don't waste your money by putting braid on a chunking rod. You can go with 60# if you like but 80# is preferred on a party boat especially WHEN they go under the boat.

We all need to remember that leader selection is key during night vs day and that 80# test will only benefit if a larger fish is hooked i.e. Bigeye or swordfish.

I personally use Daiwa 50W 2 speed spooled with 80# momoi mono and have had much success with this setup. 2 speed came in real handy for swordfish last year still waiting for the bigeye 😉. Save the braid for your jigging rod, the mates and fishermen next to you will appreciate fishing vs untangling braid during a blitz.