Crappie Reel

[Guest]

I'm looking at getting a new crappie/walleye reel, i'll probably be using 6 pound test mono on it. Anybody have any suggestions? I figured i'd ask you guys before the wally fisherman cause everybody knows crappie fisherman are much more intelligent! plus i'll probably be using it more for crappies, thanks

[united jigsticker]

Hey guy.

That could be a pretty broad subject. What kind of price range are you looking at?

On average you'll want to look for at least a 3 ball bearing set-up, with a front drag system.

The more ball bearings, the smoother and more durable the reel will be, and front drag is alot more responsive, sensitive, and fishable verses the rear drag type.

Shimano, Shakespeare, Quantum, Abu Garcia...They all make good reels, starting at abour $29.99 and going all the way up to $300. Just depends on how fancy you wish to get.

Line ratings and capacities are typically printed on the spool of most reels. You can use this as a guideline. Some will handle 2-4#, others 4-6#, 6-8# and other combos. For me I'd look for one that handles 4-6#.

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[delmuts]

i would also recomend that you get a med size.something like a shamon 1000. the bigger spool lets you cast small jigs and light lures easier and farther. they work great for lines 4# to 8#. del

[Guest]

I'm probably going to spend about $30-$60 on the reel. So i don't need one too fancy but one that can still get the job done.

[Bobb-o]

check out the Daiwa Samurai had a buddy of mine get one not too long ago and he let me try it out. I was completely amazed at how smooth this reel was!! It has super-low oscillation speeds which are great for jigging, and the reel runs $35 at Fleet Farm.

[Guest]

Hey thanks bobb-o, sounds like a great reel, not to mention a great price.

[Guest]

my .02c
pinnacle vsf 25 or vsf 50 about $60.-$65.
10lb power pro line (diameter of 2lb) some great line.

[CrappieJohn]

Any of these reels will work well for you as long as you stay in the 1000 series- even for the waldos. My preference for the small reels is the shimano 1000 series sahara....quality, but affordable. As for line, I use a premium grade of mono in clear, 2 or four pound on the craps and a six pound for the waldos.

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[Cobra]

I have a number of Shimano Spirex 500 reels I've used on everything from medium-ultra light rods. It has 3 ball bearings and is very smooth. It's very light and balanced. I've landed 5 1/2 pound walleyes with it wih no problems. A smaller reel for panfish helps you feel the bite easier. The Shimano 1000 series reels are heavier than I like for this purpose. I do own 1000 series reels for heavier fishing such as heavy weight live bait rig fishing.

[EBass]

I'm on a budget, so when my open face broke on me (last week) I went to Gander and found a Pinnicle PAD 30. Small is PAD 25, then 30, and last is 35. It has dual anit reverse, 4 berings, and front drag. And the price..... 20 bucks! (on sale)I have 6 lb test on there to. It holds over 100 yards of 6 lbs test. I don't remember exactly though, but it was more than enough.

Granted you get what you pay for, but this is not a bad reel and for 20 bucks! If I get a year or two outa it I'll be happy.

Just my .02

[Northlander]

Sedona 500s are now on clearance at G.M. in Duluth. Under $30. Great for ice fishing too. Check out the Okuma Epixer or Inspira. Both awesome reels and not as pricey as Shimano. Inspira has 11 ball bearings and 10 in the Epixor. Smooth!

[rickmp]

I use a Tica Cetus on my crappie rig. I love it!