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    I like the look of that solo reel, essentially a stripped down fly reel with an longer stem. Frabill makes one as well that Grizzly is carrying. I went with Shimano IX2000r spinning reels because they're cheap, effective and have a proven track record for reliability. Less line memory on the 2000 size vs the smaller 1000. They pull double duty on longline rods so I saved some money by not purchasing spider rig specific reels.
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    I just replaced all 12 of my mixed bunch of spider rig reels with Shakespeare Agility mini low profile thumb bar baitcasters for the very reason G mentioned.
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    The more I think about it the better I feel about what I ordered, I like the way a spinning reel or fly pole type reel weights the pole in the right way, what I am trying to say is I think the bait casters would make the pole turn upside down more often, although I do like the idea of letting line out with one hand using the thumb lever on a bait caster but I never open the bails on my spinning rods anyway, plus I wont have to deal with line twist anymore. Here is one of Ed's you tube videos using the reels.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tom 513 View Post
    The more I think about it the better I feel about what I ordered, I like the way a spinning reel or fly pole type reel weights the pole in the right way, what I am trying to say is I think the bait casters would make the pole turn upside down more often, although I do like the idea of letting line out with one hand using the thumb lever on a bait caster but I never open the bails on my spinning rods anyway, plus I wont have to deal with line twist anymore. Here is one of Ed's you tube videos using the reels.
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    They make a bait caster that hangs underneath the rod.

    I have looked at them but can't find them on the net.

    We vertical structure fish a lot and I have been wanting to try one

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    Look up 13 fishing teardrop ice fishing reels

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    I have all six of my rods with OKUMA line counter reels. They work great. Caught a 29" striper in one of my 16' rods, reel sang a beautiful song as I pulled it in.
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    +1 on the Shimano IX2000r

    Plus if you're like me and occasionally hook into another specie like a bass or catfish, it's better to have a drag system.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tom 513 View Post
    I am looking to replace my spinning reels on my 14 ft crappie poles and thinking about the possibilities of using a physically smaller reel. My thoughts are I could almost be using a bamboo pole if it was'nt for having to adjust depths occasionally, fish are swung onto the deck more than reeled in if you get the picture. Anyway I know very little about Ice gear and wanted to see if what Ice guys would think? I am thinking a smaller reel with a decent drag would would fit the bill, I had even thought about trying one of my fly pole reels, but that would be a pricey option, fyi we usually run 4-6# mono with up to 1oz of weight.
    After poking around the internet I found 2 affordable type of reels that are smaller and possibly more durable rolling around on the deck of my Tracker and just wanted to see if anyone uses them and opinions?

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    Shoot man. Zebco 202. Best reel around. Great drag too.

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    For spider rigging, I started out using Shimano FX 1000FB spinning reels and last year I purchased
    Abu Garcia Max bait casters with thumb bars (SMAX3-L). I am right handed but got left handed reels. I like controlling the rod with my right hand and I am use to spinning reels and reeling with the left hand.
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