Holding an 8000 reel for several hours can be so tiring for your arms, wrists, and shoulders. Yes, the difference in weight may not be so obvious in the fishing shop, but once on the beach, you’ll get tired faster with a bigger reel.
Is 8000 reel too big for surf fishing?
8000 – 10000
If you are targeting some big fish like big tarpon or shark you may need to step up you gear to increase your landing chances. I prefer the Shimano Baitrunner 8000D in this category and especially like the secondary drag system that will allow fish to take live bait more effectively.
What is an 8000 reel good for?
Choosing a fishing rod to go with this size reel: 8000 or 80 sized fishing reels are large fishing reels which are designed primarily with surf, rock or ocean boat fishing in mind.
How big is an 8000 reel?
Large sized spinning reels (6000 – 30000)
| Reel Size | Recommended Mono Line Strength | Recommended Braid Line Strength |
|---|---|---|
| 8000 (or 80) | 16-20lb (8kg-10kg) | 20-50lb |
| 8500 (or 85) | 18-22lb (9kg-11kg) | 30-50lb |
| 9000 (or 90) | 18-22lb (9kg-11kg) | 30-50lb |
| 9500 (or 95) | 20-25lb (10kg-12.5kg) | 30-50lb |
How big should my reel be?
The size of reel you choose should suit the type of fishing you intend to do with it. Likewise, if you are going for bigger fish you will need a reel that has the strength to deal with the hard battles they provide, so an 8,000, 10,000, or even bigger could be ideal.
How big of a reel do I need for surf fishing?
While there are a lot of personal preferences when it comes to fishing tackle, a good starter outfit for surfperch could include a long (9- to 11-foot) rod capable of handling a 2- to 6- ounce weight, and a spinning reel large enough to hold 200-300 yards of 15- to 30-pound monofilament line.
What size reel is best for saltwater fishing?
For lighter inshore work a size 2500 or 3500 is best, whereas heavier offshore reels can be as big as a size 15000 or even a 25000.
What size spinning reel is best for bass fishing?
1000 Size Reels
A 1000 size reel is the smallest and most lightweight reel – and it’s the absolute minimum when it comes to fishing for bass. The benefit of using a 1000s size reel is that you can use it for smaller freshwater fish.
How do fishing reel sizes work?
The other system of fishing reel sizes (used by Abu Garcia, Pfleuger and others) is essentially the same, but with two less zeros on the end. So small reels are 10,20 or 30, medium 40 and up and so on. So basically to get the spinning reel size you need to look at the first two digits.
How much drag does the Daiwa BG 8000 have?
Daiwa BG8000 BG Saltwater Spinning Reel, 8000, 5.3: 1 Gear Ratio, 6+1 Bearings, 53.30″ Retrieve Rate, 33 lb Max Drag.
When should I change my fishing line?
You should change your fishing line once or twice a year. The frequency that you use the line will have an impact but there are some other factors that can affect the life-span of your line, these are: Frequency of use – regular use will degrade the structure the line making it weaker and more prone to tangle.
What size reel do I need for carp fishing?
Reel sizes for carp fishing (these are not set in stone, just a guide) are usually 5000, 6000 and 8000 or 060, 070 and 080. These hold more line than a standard coarse fishing reel, offer more power and are more robust – all perfectly suited for carp angling. Big pit reels are generally 10000 or 12000.
How much line should be on a fishing reel?
Casting reels should be between an eighth of an inch from the top and all the way to the top. If you get too much line on them, you’ll get a weird sound when you cast. Spinning reels should be all the way full, right to the top. If you get too much line on them, the line will jump off the spool in coils.
How much line do I need for a 2500 reel?
A 2500 reel could hold 2,500 feet (or yards/metres) of the same line and so up the scale. The numbering would be to the nearest 500.
What makes a good fishing reel?
Smooth, Easily-Adjustable Drag
A smooth, high-quality drag system is essential for a good spinning reel. The drag system should let out line in a smooth, seamless manner, without pulls and jerks as the line goes. If it jerks and stutters like a car with a bad transmission, it may not be the right choice of reel.
Can I surf fish with a 7 foot rod?
The best rod to surf fish with is the one you have. While you might not be able to throw as heavy of a lure or throw your bait as far, a 6 to 7 foot rod can catch fish from the surf.
Is 150 yards of braid enough for surf fishing?
As a general rule, you will rarely need more than 100-150 yards of line to reach the second and third sandbar. However, you should keep in mind that during a battle, you can lose up to 100 yards of line depending on the fish species and size.
What size hooks for surf fishing?
2/0 hooks
2/0 hooks are the best all around hook size for surf fishing. A 2/0 circle hook will catch smaller fish like whiting and pompano but are also big enough to catch bluefish, mackerel, fluke, flounder, redfish, snook and tarpon too.
What kind of reel do I need for saltwater fishing?
Materials. The best saltwater fishing reels are made of corrosion resistant materials, such anodized aluminum. Freshwater reels will work in saltwater in a pinch, but I learned the hard way that even if you rinse and oil the reel after it gets wet from the surf, it may never work the same.
How much line can a 2000 reel hold?
The 2000 size holds 135 yards of 6lb 110 yards of 8lb. or in diameter of line 0.25mm 125 yards 0.28mm 100yards. This is for mono-filament line.
What size spinning reel do I need for redfish?
If you’re fishing for inshore fish on the flats, you don’t need to go super heavy (even if there are big snook or bull redfish around). A 3000 series reel on a 7′ 6″ medium to medium-heavy rod with a fast action tip and 10 lb braid with a 20 lb leader can handle everything from a 15″ trout to a 45″ redfish.
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