reel?

[rapman1]

i am going to pick up a new reel for a 6' ultra light rod real soon. i am partial to the shimano series and was wondering if i would be better off with something in the 1000 line as opposed to the 750 line. any ideas?

[Dwaynesworld]

what kind of shimano you using? I also have been looking for a new spinning reel. Need a ul for 4'6" spinning rod.

[rapman1]

i'm partial to the symetre series for walleyes and smallmouths, though i don't think it matters all that much for gills. i have used saharas and sedonas in the past with no problems also.

[deathb4disco]

You might also consider the Daiwa SS 700. It's priced like a Symetre, but it's lighter. The line lay is perfect, and it has a great drag.

[rapman1]

i definitely will, db4d. i wish someone around here carried them.

[crappiedoc]

Cabelas has Quantum Catalysts on sale 1/2 price. I had really good luck with mine and will probably get me a couple more.

[rapman1]

so, do i go with the larger size reel or stay with the true ultralight ?

[Badgerloader]

I'm quite fond of my Shimano spinning reels. If you plan on casting light lures, go with the larger reels. The larger diameter spools on the 1000 or 2000 series will give you greater casting distance. I'm using 1/4 & 2/6 Fireline crystal on my 1000s & 2000s and can get great distance with tiny baits.

The 750 size is ok for ice fishing in my opinion.

[jigflinger]

I use the Shimano Stradic CI4 1000. Love them. Also, they balance my 6' Light action, BPS Bionic Blades really well. The 3000 series works well also. The new Stradic CI4's are incredibly smooth.

[Blackhawk19]

I've had great luck with these, I've got four of them and have never had a problem, very smoth with a great drag and the price is right.
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