Reels

[fireman1501]

What are some good brand and model reels for dock shooting. What is the key to look for in a reel for dock shooting. Thanks!

[Crestliner08]

I don't dock shoot very often, but I suspect that any good quality reel that casts well would work just fine.

[CrappiePappy]

I've shot docks with all manner of sizes & brands of spinning reels ... from UL sizes to series 2000 size - Shakespeare, Daiwa, Shimano, Mitchell, & Okuma brands. (using 4lb & 6lb test mono) They all did the deed, as far as reels are concerned.

What I look for in a spinning reel is a good drag, instant anti-reverse, and smooth/easy operation (no clicks, grinding noise, etc. when reeling in).

[fireman1501]

I've shot docks with all manner of sizes & brands of spinning reels ... from UL sizes to series 2000 size - Shakespeare, Daiwa, Shimano, Mitchell, & Okuma brands. (using 4lb & 6lb test mono) They all did the deed, as far as reels are concerned.

What I look for in a spinning reel is a good drag, instant anti-reverse, and smooth/easy operation (no clicks, grinding noise, etc. when reeling in).

Was spool size any kind of issue,is one better than another. Referring to large and small

[CrappiePappy]

Was spool size any kind of issue,is one better than another. Referring to large and small

You know, one would think there would be a major difference between a UL reel & a 1000 or 2000 series reel as far as shooting distance ... but, I didn't experience it. Now, it is true that I used 4lb test mono on my UL reels & some of the bigger reels ... originally ... and when I switched to 6lb test line I was no longer using the UL reels. That may have made a small difference comparison-wise, but I still got pretty much the same distance in either case.
The only difference I can say, that might be a factor to consider, is the amount of line retrieved per handle turn (retrieve ratio vs reel size). When you turn the handle on a 5:1 UL reel you're not going to gather in as much line per turn as you would on a larger reel ... and sometimes getting the fish out from under a dock "quickly" can be a problem with the smaller reels. I think a happy medium between UL reels and larger reels is to look at a quality brand size 1000 (or 10 in some brands). And as long as the reel balances with the rod you choose, then you're going to have a outfit that will perform well, be comfortable to use, and fun to fish with.

[ultraslab]

To me rod is much more important than the reel . NOT all rods are good for dock shooting. IMO

[fireman1501]

I got a b&m sharpshooter rod just hunting good reel to match it.

[Jdaddy]

I use a 15yo 6’6” BPS Micro Lite ML with a fast tip for shooting. My “Dock Shooter” rod is stiffer than my other rods. My reel is a Shimano Sedona 750. Rod and lures are definitely more important than reels. A stiffer rod is more accurate and some lures “skip” better than others.

[ET Fish]

I like a little larger spool, 2000, as I feel the line comes off better. I have, and love, the SS6! My reel is a Pflueger.

[thaDudeAbides]

No need to spend much money.
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