Reel for heavy advantage baitcaster rod??

ajb · #1 02-05-2012, 09:21 PM

Hi guys,
I recently bought a team daiwa advantage baitcast rod rated at 20lb . It's a very heavy stick and i intend to use it for live baiting and trolling for Jews, kings etc. Im looking for a reel to suit and will be running 20lb bionic braid.
So far Im leaning towards a Calcutta 400te but am open to suggestions. Budget around 300 max so looking for a second hand reel.
Cheers

chris268 · #2 02-05-2012, 09:49 PM

Second hand Pluton or Ryoga if you can find one.
I'm looking at getting one for similar duties.

nagz · #3 02-05-2012, 09:56 PM

The te are an awesome reel, and the 400 is a lot of reel. I have the 300te, awesome. Live baiting clicker as well.
Youll be lucky to get a pluton or ryoga for sub $300 but

Maybe a new b series calcutta, can get em new pretty cheap

Even have a look at the very small size over heads, theyre pretty compact powerhouses. Daiwa saltists look good for the price aye
Or live dangerously and get a low profile with souped up drag and strong braid

ajb · #4 02-05-2012, 10:27 PM

Thanks for the replies fellas,
yeah plutons look like machines but more than I want to spend.
Nagz, I had a 700te and loved it hence Im leaning towards a smaller version. The rod is pretty stiff so would struggle to cast lures otherqise I'd consider a low profile, I think I need to try the 300 and 400 in a shop and see what balances better. Is there any real world difference between a te and standard Calcutta?

boris · #5 02-05-2012, 10:48 PM

daiwa luna?

tchoklat · #6 02-05-2012, 10:53 PM

A really good and affordable option is a 'Made in Sweden' ABU 6500 or 7000 Big Game series.

ajb · #7 02-05-2012, 11:10 PM

Yeah the lunas look good, never felt one before.
tchoklat.. Had a 7000 abu years ago but hated the sticky drag, they may be better know..
Basically Im after a smooth, tough reel worthy of the rod.

Plugbar · #8 02-05-2012, 11:43 PM

I have Diawa Luna 300 ,nice solid reel,smooth well made and comes with live bait clicker. The 300 is almost the same size as a 400 Calcutta.The Luna also has larger knobs on the handle than the Calcutta which makes it a bit easier on the retrieve.

boris · #9 03-05-2012, 12:12 AM

my 203 luna has been a dream for 4 years! It was brought for bass but has no problem with the cod and yellows in the bidgee and the dams!
Solid as a rock, super smooth and reliable. Still feels like new!

chris268 · #10 03-05-2012, 12:30 AM

what about the Calcutta 400TE Lucanus Jig Version? anyone used these?

MangroveMick · #11 03-05-2012, 06:59 AM

Is the Ito black sheep still for sale on here? That reel would be worthy!!

tchoklat · #12 03-05-2012, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajb

Yeah the lunas look good, never felt one before.
tchoklat.. Had a 7000 abu years ago but hated the sticky drag, they may be better know..
Basically Im after a smooth, tough reel worthy of the rod.

Fair comment though carbontex drag upgrades are available. I have a Revo Toro Winch 50 (also available as a 100 series) which have super drags that rate up to 25lb if I recall correctly.