Seen in Fishing 1Ban tackle shop, North Osaka. Already fallen in love. Tiny, tiny, tiny, Shimano Soare CI4 500S, pimped with Thirty34Four’s dope Zerogra III double handle and Balancer.
LRF Spinning Reels
For LRF and Japanese Light Game fishing styles most anglers opt for a spinning reel sized between 500 and 2000 (including 2500 and C3000). A small spinning reel filled with thin braid, fluorocarbon or ester line offers the light lure angler the easiest option to cast lightweight lures down to 0.5g. Look for a reel in your price range that isn’t too heavy and one with a smooth drag to protect light line from the power of large fish. The spinning reels listed here I have either owned, fished, or handled at various tackle shows.
Daiwa Silver Creek 2504H
This was a nice find on the Daiwa France stand – the beautiful, brown and orange Silver Creek 2504H.
YGK G-Soul PE Braid
New braid for a new reel. Have filled this little Abu Revo Premier with the rather luxurious feeling YGK G-Soul PE in 0.3 (5lb). This combo will be used for UL duties, both freshwater and salt.
Stella 2500FE With Studio Ocean Mark Spool
Shimano Stella 2500FE with Studio Ocean Mark spool
Shimano Stella 2500 FD
Shimano Stella 2500FD spinning reel on Golden Mean Lotus rod.
Livre Custom Parts Catalogue
I’m seriously in love with Livre. One of my favourite Japanese brands. Was extremely pleased to discover that they had created an English language version of their 2016 custom parts catalogue. Enjoy!
Shimano Vanquish 3000SDH + Livre + Yumeya
What follows is my own, rather lame justification in purchasing yet another fine fishing reel – a JDM Shimano Vanquish C3000SDH.
Daiwa Spool Guide
This is mega. The definitive guide to Daiwa’s spool sizing and features for their spinning reels. Including drag rating, line capacity and more. Thank you Daiwa Australia!
[UPDATE 30/03/2021 – Daiwa Australia have unfortunately removed their content so I have finally got around to write my own version! Please click the link below]
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