Spinning reel for fluke

[John D.]

Think it’s going to btwn the Daiwa BGMQ 2500 or a Ballistic. I do like the BGMQ has a bit of a studier frame to the extent we are bucktailing a bit deeper and generally more protective in the elements although a tad heavier than the Ballistic. Will need to see both reels and go from there.

Thanks again.

[Gerry Zagorski]

Originally Posted by John D.

Think it’s going to btwn the Daiwa BGMQ 2500 or a Ballistic. I do like the BGMQ has a bit of a studier frame to the extent we are bucktailing a bit deeper and generally more protective in the elements although a tad heavier than the Ballistic. Will need to see both reels and go from there.

Thanks again.

Yep the ballistic is definitely more of a finesse reel.. Had a friend crack the arm between the reel seat and the main body of the reel getting a snag out.

[hartattack]

Shimano Vanford,,, you can get last year's model at significant savings, my favorite reel for everything NJ..

[Belleric]

If you're trying to shave off some weight, maybe check out the Shimano Stradic CI4+. I think the 3000 size should be perfect for that rod, and it's super light. Plus, it's smooth as butter. I've used it for inshore stuff and it's held up great.

[hartattack]

Shimano Vanford,,, you can get last year's model at significant savings, the fish don't know it's discontinued, my favorite reel for everything NJ..

[Gerry Zagorski]

Originally Posted by hartattack

Shimano Vanford,,, you can get last year's model at significant savings, the fish don't know it's discontinued, my favorite reel for everything NJ..

That’s the reel that replaced the Stradic CI4 right? What size did you get Larry?

[hartattack]

I got the 4000,,,, 24 lbs drag, only 7.6 oz ! All day jigging

[Gerry Zagorski]

Originally Posted by hartattack

I got the 4000,,,, 24 lbs drag, only 7.6 oz ! All day jigging

Crazy to have all that drag on a reel that only weighs 7.6. I've had the Stradic CI4+ 4000 going on 4 seasons and it been flawless. I would guess the Vanford would be as reliable and a killer deal since it's discontinued now as well..

[John D.]

Originally Posted by hartattack

I got the 4000,,,, 24 lbs drag, only 7.6 oz ! All day jigging

How do they get it so light? Concerned it may have some of the same issues the Ballistic has with the reel handle breaking/bending when snagged or heavy torque. The BGMQ is built like a tank but carries an extra two ounces.

[Jigman13]

Originally Posted by John D.

How do they get it so light? Concerned it may have some of the same issues the Ballistic has with the reel handle breaking/bending when snagged or heavy torque. The BGMQ is built like a tank but carries an extra two ounces.

I've never come close to that with any of the 5 ballistics in have, and I've hung many jigs, snagged the bottom and handled cow nose rays pushing 35-40 lbs. I'm pretty hard on my gear too. Meticulous, but definitely hard on my tackle.