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These days reels are figured out by gearing material quality, body material and drag. Both of the big makers Shimano and Daiwa have taken different approaches around this: Daiwa in the last few years = "Light Tough" flagship models (Exist/Certate) = super compact body with larger than previous generation gear. If you compare it now to your 15 yr old TP, it's probably a bit smaller/lighter but they can run heavy drag all day long, enough so that hardcore offshore fishos use them as their lighter offshore jigging reel (targetting 10-15 kg demersals or seriolas). The cons is magnetic oil seal, and both high end models (Exist and Certate) are basically non-DIY serviceable as a result (you need a tool to open the body + replenish the mag seal oil + pressure seal it again, not possible to DIY at home). The catalina is a older (but still proven) heavy saltwater game reel, a 3.5k/4k is what you're looking for if you want to keep it small, these were what the previously mentioned boaties were using prior to the certate/exist LT reels. Very tough gearing and good drag, but also has magseal so DIY is limited. Daiwa's tech is consistent as you can see what I've mentioned has been incorprated into the Saltiga 2020 range. Shimano = Focus is more on drag smoothness and gearing redesign to achieve the same level of performance as before. However, their technology is more like improving on what they had previously (weight saving = redesign an old metal body so it uses the same metal, water proofing = incorporate different levels of sealing instead of just 1 rubber seal, but these are not really new innovations to me). They have 2 clear concepts 1) Reels designed with "sensitivity" in mind - Your 2020 TP falls into this category. Pretty much everything with "micromodule gears", not necessarily "light use" reels but anything that requires sensitivity, the gearing is cut with much smoother teeth and overall the reel feels much smoother and tight (to me, its better lure manipulation and sensitivity). They use these across the new small Stella FIs, a lot of the slow jig offshore reels (Ocea Jigger) etc. However, toughness remains to be seen after extended use. 2) Reels designed with "toughness" - Basically from the 2013 Stella/2014 Saragosa range. "Hagane" this and that (a lot of metal in the reel), usually carbon drag and tougher (non micromodule) gearing. The new 2020 Stella is a good example of this (they even go down to a 4k size, but cost is a fair bit more). --------------------- Anyway, hopefully this allows you to make a better choice. If I was in your position I'd be looking at a Certate LT of some kind because its a compact, small but tough, metal bodied reel. With some good braid (these days you can fit a full 250-350+ or more metres of PE2 to 3 braid which is in the 30lb-40lb range) you'd pull in any salmon/tailor/have a chance on lighter pelagics. Second choice wait for 2020 Saragosa 5000, not super light but very manageable, very "gutsy" and on you don't need to baby them too much due to the design (I've had my 10k gosa since 2015 and its had a harsh life rock bashing, beach fishing, downrigging and cops a flogging from the elements, it's only ever had 1 bearing replacement and still feels super solid and smooth to wind) Rods are easier, theres way too many brands, just find something around 9-10 foot that suits 60-80g (should have enough tip to flick smaller or go larger). Daiwa's Seabass range is a good starting point.

Just remove the butt cap and have a look, most of the time they are just glued on (reglue after)

Actually I don't think it's exactly the same, the "Leader" branded stuff seems a bit "harder" for wear, whereas the normal spinning line is softer so you can cast it like a mono. Unless you are finesse fishing where you want to run light fluoro all the way through for ~~3-5g lures, I wouldn't recommend straight through fluoro. Also, my personal opinion and experience, is that Vanish is one of the worst leaders I have ever used in light (under 10lb size), unless it has changed recently there are much better alternatives at similar prices if you shop around. Firstly of all it seems to stretch a bit too much, abrasion resistance seems poor, and it's actually not that great at "disappearing" under the water (ie, the whole point of Fluoro). Locally you can easily get ahold of Sunline products (FC ROCK, Sniper) as well as Unitika (Silver Thread, FC) which are are much better. I've pulled up lots of salmon (best over 60cm) on 8lb FC Rock through some pretty shallow/snag encrusted spots.

If you have no experience with finesse braid, do not use Mebarin, you will not like it and it's a waste of money for you. A Mebarin is a japanese rock fish and they are targetted with ultra light jigheads and soft plastics. Hence the need for a very fine line because the bites can be quite delicate and hook sets need to be fast. A bream is a much different fish - in japan they are black sea bream, grow a tad larger than here so the tackle is upsized as well. If you are ok with your finesse setup (eg your 1-3kg setup) and ok to tie your FG's into the ultra light stuff, give it a go and you will be impressed, it will cast extremely well and you will be able to present a lure very well.

Hyper Digigear on Branzino seals the deal, pelagics will put more pressure on the reel in it's lifetime.

Will suit a reel in the 500-800 gram weight range ie Shimano 8000-14000 sized or Daiwa 4500-6500 range I suggest Daiwa 4500-5500 sized reels for best fit, anything else is too heavy for lure spinning If you had the cash Saltiga Expedition 5500, or Catalina 5500 would be pretty much perfect. Else you probably can look at new Saltist Nero, Seagate Hyper, Saltist (blue one) or Emblem Pro

From what I understand rarenium ci4 is pretty much a stradic ci4 with spare spool Can't go wrong, put on your 4-6lb for bream/estuary and fill the other with say 10-15lb for the rough country/jewies

* is the 20lb main - 20lb shock - 50lb trace line ratings OK/too small? * if i have had a few of my albrights fail, is there a more reliable knot to join the main braid to the shock leader? * is the running ez-rig sinker the best option? or a paternoster maybe? * is 50cm leader enough/too much? * are the 8/0's too big for 15cm livies? (proble herring/yakka's) * are the octopus hooks the best, or live bait circle hooks better? * do lumo beads make any difference? where would they go? 1) You can go higher on the shock leader, general rule of thumb 10lb per 1oz of sinker you are casting 2) I don't rate albrights at all after having them slip (maybe I was doing them wrong). I initially started on them but soon switched to a slim beauty knot after a couple sessions. Slim beauty seems a lot stronger and is not too hard to tie. As an added bonus it's a bit more profiled and should cast easier compared to an albright. Afterwards I suggest learning FG knot. Harder to learn and master but seems a lot more secure and even thinner. Hint - try keeping the knot just outside the reel if you have problems casting. 3) Ez rig/paternoster works depending on conditions. Your live bait is gonna be quite big so you won't need too heavy of a sinker (you want it to swim around a bit). 4) 8/0 fine for targetting jews - even soapies have vacuum cleaner mouths... If you use double hooks you can probably drop to a pair of snelled 6/0's as sometimes the larger hooks stop the bait for swimming well 5) Personal preference, I think circles work better for 1 hook rigs though 6) For live bait I don't think the lumo beads make too much difference. For dead baits/night fishing I think they might. Otherwise that's why those "snapper snatcher" type rigs with lumo beads and sparkly tassles wouldn't be so popular. It's just added attractant.

Green one is the older one Black one is the Emblem Pro "A" newer version which is already out in the states, will probably be released officially in Australia early next year. Main difference is in the retrieve rate, old one retrieves a lot more, which is fairly important if you're into spinning lures/metals.

Penn Spinfisher Big Game surf is rated 2-6 oz.... It will handle those lures, to me feels best around the 65-85gm range.

Ended up with the Penn Big Game Surf, light, strong, composite, casts a mile and got it for just under $100. Matched it with a Stradic 8000 and it's great for tossing baits a long way, and is a great spinning rod too.

My cousin has one, can't remember the size, they are discontinued models from around 2003-4? Should be an upgrade for your Sienna and also from the Stradic (the previous generation white body Stradics that is, not sure about current Stradics)

Plenty of little rock jetties along the beach going all the way across to dolls point. Not too bad if the swell is not crazy There's a big pipe near the Coles side that I hear is a producer of the common species (flatties/bream/whiting) There's a jetty near Dolls point side, but not sure if it is still closed (Ramsgate council closed it for a good while, been almost a year I think)

I have picked up the Crystal Blue Powertips, good weight but I still am not a fan of the broomstick style bottom, might pick one up for jigging or boatwork though! Crunch, regarding those 9 footers, I had a look at the maple website, never heard of them, but can't see a 9 foot rod there, maybe it's discontinued? We don't really seem to have those rods between 8 or 9 foot down here in Australia, cos I've heard of brands like Berkley having nice 9 foot rods being used in America for tossing lures... That 9 foot Wilson, doesn't that have a roller tip? Would it fit a big spinning reel?

My cousin has a Certate Hyper Custom 3500 I believe. Handles the inshore Sydney fish, small and extremely powerful, if I had the $ to spend I'd be getting one ASAP as it seems a real workhorse of a reel in a tight little package. Though the new 2010 Stella/Certates are around the corner too....

Thanks guys, I will take a look in a tackleshop to see if I can have a feel of the Nitro in my hands. Have been recommended another rod called the "Xzoga Mastery" the 10 foot version. Looks interesting, light, strong, fast action, only problem would be finding it, might have to source from international, but I have read from the fishing WA website from lots of guys giving this brand a thumbs up. Decisions decisions.... http://www.xzoga.com/taka-mas.php Here are the specs! Model Length Type Sec. PE NO Line Wt. Lure Wt. Ptf Action BestDrag Rod Wt. Balancer Graphite MA-S100H2 10' 0" S 2 PE 3.0 15-40 LB Max 150g FAST 12-14 LB 280g - 99%

Hi guys, long time reader, joined recently. I've done a bit of searching, just looking for some additional advice. I've seen a lot of beach / rock rods in Australia that are traditionally quite thick in diameter (almost like a broomstick at the base). They are a little heavy though! However lately looking at the overseas markets many of their surfcasters are using rods which look very thin, strong, light and quite comfortable to hold. The nearest thing I can find here in Australia is the Shimano Tiralejo/ Daiwa Saltiga series of rods - but they are a little out of my budget! (wanting to spend around $200) Anyone have any other recommendations? I've looked at the Daiwa Emcast Telescopic/Seajigger Rods, they are under consideration but I want to explore further options too. I've looked at the Nitro too but would be stretching the budget... I normally just chuck baits out (pillies/squid or sometimes livies) but looking to do a lot more lure fishing (high speed spinning metal lures). Thanks in advance!