Comments on The World’s Best Reel?TypePad2008-08-08T14:52:55ZNatehttps://fieldandstream.blogs.com/honestangler/tag:typepad.com,2003:https://fieldandstream.blogs.com/honestangler/2008/08/the-worlds-best/comments/atom.xml/Brian in California commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e2010534bac9c9970b2008-09-22T08:19:32Z2008-09-22T08:19:32ZBrian in CaliforniaSorry, the above was meant for the win-a-reel contest. Re-posting over there now...<p>Sorry, the above was meant for the win-a-reel contest. Re-posting over there now...</p>Brian in California commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e2010534ba8468970b2008-09-22T04:26:31Z2008-09-22T04:26:31ZBrian in CaliforniaThere once was a man from South Cali, Who loved to be out on the sea. Wind in the hair,...<p>There once was a man from South Cali,<br />
Who loved to be out on the sea.<br />
Wind in the hair, and rod in the hand,<br />
Fishin’ all day with his Abu Garci’.<br />
Now a big halibut hooked at the bottom, <br />
Will need to be dragged from the deep. <br />
The Sandies and Kelpies take patience,<br />
But none can beat the Abu Garci’.<br />
This man took a trip to the island,<br />
Looking for the home guard Yellows.<br />
By the time they were on bite, he felt undergunned,<br />
From the comments on his reel by ‘is fellows.<br />
But he hooked him a nice size fighter,<br />
And it ran and it dove and it jumped.<br />
After 30 minutes of battle, the big fish was boated,<br />
And he looked down at his Abu Garci’.<br />
He knew they had slayed some nice trophies,<br />
With never a so much as a twitch.<br />
He felt bad for letting his buddies,<br />
Make him question using the reel on this trip.<br />
Looking down at the reel he was holding,<br />
He spoke above a whisper just barely,<br />
You’re a better reel than I deserve Abu Garci’. <br />
</p>Dr. Ralph commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e5545bb82688332008-08-26T14:05:40Z2008-08-26T14:05:40ZDr. RalphReally I'm an Abu-Garcia fanatic... it all started about 40 years ago when I had run out of patience with...<p>Really I'm an Abu-Garcia fanatic... it all started about 40 years ago when I had run out of patience with Zebco (cheap), didn't like the Mitchell's, and my Johnson Century was great for everything and my favorite until I was introduced to Chautauqua County Muskellunge. Then some old old man I had never met but had been watching me fish every day from the crack of dawn on paddled up to me in a wooden row boat after seeing me lose yet another Muskie and said here's a present. Keep it forever. It was a red 4 screw Ambassaduer 5000 and I still have it. This man may have been GOD himself. I never looked back and buy nearly every product Abu-Garcia produces. I still like my Eon as a bass reel, but the Blue 6500 is always with me. The super line has made it cast farther and I never lose a lure...</p>Dr. Ralph commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e5540fbea988342008-08-20T00:06:07Z2008-08-20T00:06:07ZDr. Ralphhttp://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w24/Greezer_01/butts.jpgI love the 6000 series. You can troll or cast or use it for anything, and they're indestructable with miles...<p>I love the 6000 series. You can troll or cast or use it for anything, and they're indestructable with miles of line. I use Fireline I think it's 30/12 and you can pull up stumps. My favorite is a 6500 C4 (the blue one). My kids want a spinning reel for everything, or a Zebco 33! Ambassaduer, Shimano Stradic or Zebco 33 are the ones that work in every field at a reasonaable price.</p>
<p>Just found this site even though I have a link to Heavey's site and your face is on it...</p>JM commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553e7baf388332008-08-15T16:42:01Z2008-08-15T16:42:01ZJMAl: Thanks for posting that explanation. I really love hearing about that kind of ingenuity!<p>Al:<br />
Thanks for posting that explanation. I really love hearing about that kind of ingenuity!</p>Al commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553e7b07488332008-08-15T16:26:48Z2008-08-15T16:26:48ZAlMr. R. Coachman asked about the clicker Conversion. Yes I bought a 6500 plate and swapped it out. It's probably...<p>Mr. R. Coachman asked about the clicker Conversion. Yes I bought a 6500 plate and swapped it out. It's probably cheaper in the long run to just purchase the 6500. I did it for the sake of having a custom 5500.</p>JM commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e55400345588342008-08-14T12:56:12Z2008-08-14T12:56:13ZJMLots of good comments in this series....good going! Mr. R. Coachman: Thanks for the kind word. You'll enjoy that reel...<p>Lots of good comments in this series....good going!</p>
<p>Mr. R. Coachman: Thanks for the kind word. You'll enjoy that reel for fluke. I use some 6500s a lot in saltwater. Don't forget to gently rinse yours with fresh water after a trip.</p>
<p>Al and BillG: I use 5000s, too, which are essentially the same reel with a narrower spool and frame. How did you do the clicker conversion? By using a 6500 sideplate (which has a clicker) on a 5500 reel? Just curious....</p>fishanhunt commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553e34bd788332008-08-13T20:28:46Z2008-08-13T20:28:46ZfishanhuntP.S. My main quarry for the VS, since it is a baitcaster, is catfish. The drag is great and it...<p>P.S. My main quarry for the VS, since it is a baitcaster, is catfish. The drag is great and it is really smooth. I pair it with a Cabela's King Kat 8-ft E-Glass rod. Works awesome!</p>fishanhunt commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553e346e588332008-08-13T20:20:54Z2008-08-13T20:20:54ZfishanhuntI think the Zebco is very overrated, as it is fine for kids, but it wears out quick when you...<p>I think the Zebco is very overrated, as it is fine for kids, but it wears out quick when you use it a lot or are serious about fishing. I don't know how many spool pins I've busted off of them. I'll stick to my Pinnacle VS65 and Pinnacle Metal. lol</p>Bill G commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553fecf9388342008-08-13T19:25:25Z2008-08-13T19:25:25ZBill Ghttp://www.state.sd.usNow were talkin...I use a 5000D Abu Garcia for trolling. I've used it for downrigging and for pulling cowbells for...<p>Now were talkin...I use a 5000D Abu Garcia for trolling. I've used it for downrigging and for pulling cowbells for trout. Would'nt trade it. Also my first spinning reel was a Mitchell 300 I found on the banks of Brush Creek in Colorado in the 1950s. I still have two other Mitchell 300s in service today. I like the old stuff.</p>Al commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553fe715388342008-08-13T17:00:50Z2008-08-13T17:00:50ZAlI'll agree on the Abu Garcia part of it. The one reel I like even more than the 2 6500's...<p>I'll agree on the Abu Garcia part of it. The one reel I like even more than the 2 6500's I have. Is the 5500. Same reel but I feel that the 6500 is to big of a reel for my muskie fishing, I have 3 maybe 4 of these in the boat. I even converted some of my 5500's to clickers. When any body ever asks what reels to get I always tell them Abu Garcia for Casting, Mitchell (300) or Shimano for spinning. Just my opinion. </p>Brian T commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553de0d9588332008-08-11T18:17:03Z2008-08-11T18:17:03ZBrian TI'm still using a 25yr-old 7000 reel on a 9' Eagle Claw rod. Would never dream of trading up or...<p>I'm still using a 25yr-old 7000 reel on a 9' Eagle Claw rod. Would never dream of trading up or down.</p>JM commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553dd1fd988332008-08-11T09:42:26Z2008-08-11T09:42:26ZJMRichard Smith: I really enjoy ultralight spinning and have for a long time. I'll try to remember to do a...<p>Richard Smith: I really enjoy ultralight spinning and have for a long time. I'll try to remember to do a blog posting on that topic later this week. If you jump into the comments section of that post, I may be able to answer some of your questions, so stay tuned...</p>JM commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f8aee288342008-08-11T09:38:06Z2008-08-11T09:38:06ZJMBlue Ox: I generally agree with bnorth's comments (for which thanks) and add the following: Abu upgraded the drag washers...<p>Blue Ox: I generally agree with bnorth's comments (for which thanks) and add the following:<br />
Abu upgraded the drag washers in those reels a couple of years ago, and you should now be able to get about 23 pounds of drag force--more than ample. Those who have older reels should consider getting new drag washers from the Abu (Pure Fishing) service department.</p>bnorth commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f77fb088342008-08-10T19:42:46Z2008-08-10T19:42:46Zbnorthhttp://www.catfish1.com/forums/register.php?referrerid=12525BlueOx - I'm not sure what the drag is rated at for the ambassadeur series, however the reel should have...<p>BlueOx -<br />
I'm not sure what the drag is rated at for the ambassadeur series, however the reel should have no difficulty at all man-handling big Mississippi hawgs. I have frequently landed 40-50lb fish with mine, and know of specific instances when they have handled much bigger fish. I like to pair mine with a UglyStik catfish model (shakespeare makes many suitable rods), but there are many custom rod makers including some by a company called Catfish Safari that make excellent rods as well. Try pairing your reel with a 30 or 40 lb mono like Berkley Trilene Big Game, I think you'll like the results.</p>Blue Ox commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f6f8dd88342008-08-10T14:13:46Z2008-08-10T14:13:46ZBlue OxI like this reel and plan to buy one soon, but I have a few questions- What is the drag...<p>I like this reel and plan to buy one soon, but I have a few questions- What is the drag rated at? I'm gonna be lookin to hook up with some big mississippi river catfish, and would like to know what kind of rod would be best paired with said reel for that paticular application.<br />
Lastly, what type of line (braided or mono)& what pound test would you suggest?<br />
Thanks much!<br />
</p>Richard Smith commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553d9fb0288332008-08-09T22:42:44Z2008-08-09T22:42:45ZRichard SmithNice reel. However, I have a question: Can you tell us about fishing for trout with ultra-light spinning tackle; with...<p>Nice reel. However, I have a question: Can you tell us about fishing for trout with ultra-light spinning tackle; with or without flies. I'm interested in what lures to use, how to set up the tackle, how to present to the fish and any other tips that might be helpful.</p>The Royal Coachman commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f5552888342008-08-09T19:15:37Z2008-08-09T19:15:38ZThe Royal CoachmanI enjoyed that article John. I plan on purchasing that reel for Party Boat Fluke fishing here in New Jersey.<p>I enjoyed that article John. I plan on purchasing that reel for Party Boat Fluke fishing here in New Jersey.</p>JM commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553d915ac88332008-08-09T13:23:31Z2008-08-09T13:23:32ZJMOkay, I agree about the Zebcos to a point. Push-button reels certainly have and do enable many people to get...<p>Okay, I agree about the Zebcos to a point. Push-button reels certainly have and do enable many people to get into fishing who might not otherwise. But for stepping up to serious gamefish....I don't think so.</p>
<p>troutrageous1, thanks for the tip re RSS feed.....I'll point that out to F&S Mission Control and see if we can get that fixed......</p>troutrageous1 commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f4132c88342008-08-09T03:03:36Z2008-08-09T03:03:36Ztroutrageous1Glad somebody is showing the Zebcos some love. Push button, tangle free, there's something to be said for simplicity. (Oh,...<p>Glad somebody is showing the Zebcos some love. Push button, tangle free, there's something to be said for simplicity.</p>
<p>(Oh, and FYI, the I tried to subscribe to this blog via the RSS feed in the lower left of the page, but it subscribes me to The Gun Nut instead, looks like a bad link)</p>SilverArrow commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553d80b3888332008-08-09T00:34:33Z2008-08-09T00:34:33ZSilverArrowLooks like I know what to get m'self for Christmas this year! SA<p>Looks like I know what to get m'self for Christmas this year! <br />
SA</p>Mike commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f2b74088342008-08-08T19:21:37Z2008-08-08T19:21:37ZMikeHey! I use a 6000 for bass. Am I not supposed to? Are other fishermen laughing at me behind my...<p>Hey! I use a 6000 for bass. Am I not supposed to? Are other fishermen laughing at me behind my back? Oh, dear ... why'd ya have to go and give me a complex? Should I go clean out the algae from my old Zebco 33 and use that instead? Maybe I'll tell 'em I'm fishin' for pike.<br />
</p>jcarlin commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553f2728d88342008-08-08T17:04:42Z2008-08-08T17:04:42ZjcarlinI agree with the Abu Garcia 6000's. I had borrowed a friend's rod so equipped on a muskie trip last...<p>I agree with the Abu Garcia 6000's. I had borrowed a friend's rod so equipped on a muskie trip last year after I was having issues with the reel on my main rod. I've since purchased four used ones primarily for muskie, trolling, and the occassional lazy day of catfishing.</p>Joe commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553d6ae0f88332008-08-08T16:33:43Z2008-08-08T16:33:43ZJoeI fondly remember the Zebco 202. Of course I was seven so anything was cool. I have to agree on...<p>I fondly remember the Zebco 202. Of course I was seven so anything was cool. I have to agree on the Abu Garcia, my friend recomended one to me and I have always been pleased. This reel is a nice compromise between Wall-Mart specials and super expensive reels.</p>Jose Hemanda commented on 'The World’s Best Reel?'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d83451b54869e200e553d6915d88332008-08-08T15:14:19Z2008-08-08T15:14:19ZJose HemandaWhy none other than the Zebco 33, of course!<p>Why none other than the Zebco 33, of course!</p>