conventional reels

[Gerry Zagorski]

Originally Posted by Gremlin2009

Avet SX G2, Maxell hybrid 25, . just all depends on how much you want to spend. best bet is to take your rod with you to tackle shop and feel different reels out

Great advise right there... You have a high quality and lightweight rod so you want the same type of reel so it balances well on the rod. That's something you need to feel in your hands and mounted on the rod.

In addition to some of the reels mentioned above, you might want to consider checking out some of the lightweight low profile bait casters designed for saltwater use with higher drag capacity like the Daiwa Lexa or the Abu Revo. Since it's a tog set up you don't want the high speed versions and if you keep the whole set up nice and lightweight, you can use it for fishing heavier sinkers and bait as well as lighter jigs.

I would also recommend a power handle and if the reel you choose doesn't come standard with one, you can get them aftermarket or from the reel vendor.

Take your time here since you don't want to tie that race horse rod to a reel that's designed for a farm plow.