"Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

Putting together a lighter tuna chunk setup. That after daybreak, go light as possible rig, full sun, in order to get a bite kinda combo. Will be used on the party boats in the fall but will keep it on my own ride for that possible shot at a shark in the bunker pods in the spring/summer.

Already have the rod, which I just re-wrapped. Looking for ideas on the reel. Dont mind spending the $ on a reel but it doesnt make sense doing that for a setup I may or may not use every year or so.

Thinking Penn Sen 4/0...Shimano TLD 25....???

Re: "Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

TLD 25 is not a bad choice. I would just some braid backing to give you some extra line capacity

Re: "Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

I concur with MVP on the TLD being a decent choice , that being said Penn Fathom 30 would also work out , However when fish are leader shy & picky the rod choice is extremely important . Incorrect taper or power will not allow u to pressure a tuna heavily w/o popping 30/ 40# bite leader !
The reel is important but mismatched u can lose fish going light !

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How light do you want to go? I have an Avet LX6 with 150yd 40# braid backing & this year 30# mono top shot--180yd. Caught some big 60-90# tuna on it...Also, an Avet JX6/3(2 speed) with 40# braid & this year 40# 200yd top shot. Last year dropped a yellow 100#+ 30' from boat due to line fatigue--after 40 minutes with 30# mono. With the lighter line I found the 2-speeds are a GREAT help--new last year and it's much easier, at least for me. I did get a 70# YFT with it. I mostly flat-line with them-no more than 1/2 oz.

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I'm with Dan on this. I think you are much better off with a smaller, lighter less bulky reel with a decent drag if you are going to be working the Rod and chunking. The only way you are going to get there is with a one piece aluminum frame like the Avets or others. The TLD is a great reel but very bulky which makes it clumsy to use IMO.

I have a few Avet LXs same as Dan and although they can be used for Tuna, I also use them for trolling Stripers. 2 speeds could also be used for Jigging.

The LXs start at $250 so not much more then the TLDs.

Re: "Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

Talica 16 II or 20 II. Hollow core and mono top shot. You'll be money...

Re: "Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

I am looking for a similar reel as well. I am curious to check out a new Average G2 probably the JX or maybe even MXL size

Re: "Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

If ur looking for the ultimate reel Saltiga 30 T , I've had a pair of these for years many tuna taken on them up to 150# LB's . U can run on a 30 to 50# Rods no issue .
No sure if this model still made ?

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Duff man, I will let you try my Avet LX 2 speed Raptor .....stop in the shop and I will let you borrow it for your tuna trip.....if you like it ......Well you know the rest.....Should be back Mid March. I have been using it for everything from trolling to bottom fishing. .....Can't beat this deal....Pete

Re: "Daytime" Tuna Chunk Reel....???
 

Pete thank you!!!! When your back I'll bring my rod in and see how the reel sits on it.

Once again thanks boys!!!! Always good info/advice here.