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Why 5wt?
Why not a Stealth SLA 3 or Explorer Ecplise 003?The Arbour on both is way bigger and the weight difference is minimal. Easier line pick up and less line memory when stored for extended periods without use.
Be on the lookout for Explorer's new Eclipse version.Coming to a store near you in the next month or so.Oh and it's black.
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Seen the new Shilton CR3 Ultra-Arbor reel? *DROOL*
It's DAMN nice! Obviously a lot more than a grand...but still way under the Abels, etc.
That would be my choice, before any other, including Abel, Ross, Nautilus, etc.
Last edited by Michael; 08-09-09 at 08:33 AM.
Yes, it's a lovely reel. My only problem with it, is the drag that is quite difficult to get used to. It tends to turn up fast, with only small turns of the grag knob, therfore, easy to over tighten the drag. I prefer a reel that is exactly the opposite, one that turns up only slightly with a big turn of the drag knob. I suppose it amounts to personal preference, but yes, a very nice reel.
I love my Shimano - not sure what they sell for nowdays but the drag is silky smooth
What about the Kilwell Genesis???
I have only fished the Vaal once so my knowledge is very limited, but i fished my Horizon 5wt with my 3-4-5 Kilwell and the reel handled like a beaut. Decent little reel, thats cheap with a nice strong drag system, couldnt really ask for much more.
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I thought it was a matter of preference or fishing style.
Some anglers control with the reels drag and/or palming and others prefer to control the line with their hands. I tend to use a combination of both by setting the drag 1st (just in case) and then fishing. I think any decent reel could work as long as you are familiar with the drag.
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