Need a new reel

[little chief]

I'm looking for a new reel for my trolling rod, any one got one the love? I currently am running an older ambassador and like it but just want to update to something newer and maybe better. What does everyone love to run for trolling reels? Not looking for a line counter, already got one for lead core this would be strictly for trolling cranks with braid. Would be some casting to but not a lot. The rod is a 7' 10" st croix medium heavy.

[fishwater]

What does everyone love to run for trolling reels?

this would be strictly for trolling cranks with braid.

Not looking for a line counter, already got one for lead core

Would be some casting to but not a lot.

For trolling cranks with braid, folks typically use a linecounter setup.

IMO, it's way more useful to run a counter with braid than it is with leadcore.

If you really need to cast, maybe upgrade to a newer ambassador and possibly run some metered braid?

[Deitz Dittrich]

Another vote for a line counter, though you would not want to be casting it a ton..

[JohnMickish]

The difference between a linecounter and non linecounter reel of the same reel is usually $10-15. It's worth the extra investment. If you where happy with your old Ambassadeur, pick up one of their linecounter models.

What I use is a bit different that what most will use. I love the Okuma Convector reels. Right at $100 or less, they have a large padded grip on the power handle. Great drags and smooth. It's not a Shimano Tekota, but it's less than half the price too.

[h8go4s]

" Not looking for a line counter "

Why not? If you're serious about trolling cranks, you need a line counter reel. Once you find the depth that catches fish, you can duplicate it. No guessing how deep your crank is running.