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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 11:28 am    Post subject: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

I will be fishing the NT River system only.

No trolling or live baiting.

I plan to use the GLX Loomis rods.

What reels should I be considering in the baitcaster and threadline versions?


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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 11:49 am    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

I'm using a shimano curado at the moment, I love it but saying that I haven't used much else, especially not in the higher price ranges. Guess it depends on the budget, then you can do a comparison with other brands around that same price. For a mid range baitcaster, I'd definately look at a curado.

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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 12:01 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Gidday Splash

I use Shimano - a Curado and a Chronarch. Daiwa also make good gear, you get what you pay for pretty much. If you go into any of the tackle shops around (fishing and outdoor world / Craigs Fishing Warehouse / Tackleworld) they will all look after you.

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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 12:22 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

thanks boys.

Tell me about gear ratios - what is the best ratio to use in these river systems and why?


What ratio is better - 6.2:1 or 7:1?

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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 1:00 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Ratio's mean nothing really. The faster you wind the faster your lure goes and I've never caught a barra while winding flat out. Pelagics yes, barra no. The speed of your retrieve depends on where your fishing and what lure you choose. I wouldnt worry yourself with ratios too much

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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 5:10 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

A vote for a Curado
Go to Craigs and tell 'em i sent you. they'll add another $20 :D
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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 9:48 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Thanks guys...

I am keen on these reels and keen to hear your thoughts...

Shimano Calcutta CTE100DC (Gear ratio of 5.8:1, 8.6oz)
http://shimano.fishing-store.us/shim...e-dc-reel.html
Application - crank bait lure fishing and longer casting

Shimano Core 50MG7 (Gear ratio 7.0:1, 5.5oz)
http://shimano.fishing-store.us/shim...ing-reels.html
Application - shallower waters and shorter casting

I will not be trolling with these reels, just lure casting for barra.

Are these reels strong enough to handle the barras here?

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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 10:46 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

thats some fairly high end gear mate.
I've just finished a drunken conversation with some lads about how the fishing gear means nothing if you don't know how to use it. I made the point that you can catch metre plus barra on a hand line out in Kakadu at the right time of the year. So to answer your question, yes. they'll handle a barra. my question is, will you :)

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Post Posted: Sat Jul 07, 2012 11:51 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Splash,

I've got a Calcutta TE250 DC that I have on an IMX rod. Since I bought it I have hardly used my curado or Daiwa. I got the 250 for the extra line capacity, they are only a few grams heavier than the 200. I didn't even look at the 100 as the line capacity was too small.
On my spin outfit I run a Stella 4000. Best $700 I ever spent.
They are pricy reels, but if you can afford it they will last for years.

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Post Posted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 12:01 am    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

The calcutta 1000 is too small and has a disengaging levelwind that is too close to the spool. Sharp angles form on the line, and this affects casting performance. Curado is much better on this point. Gear ratios are only meaningful when spool diameter is taken into account. Magnesium is very prone to corrosion, Curados are better here too. Check that the drag is up to stopping big barra, some of the older model curados had a very weak drag. Using conventional round baitcasters with non-disengaging levelwind atm, will look at low profile baitcasters when they produce one with non-disengaging levelwind. :mrgreen:
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Post Posted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 10:43 am    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Splash wrote:
I will be fishing the NT River system only.

No trolling or live baiting.

I plan to use the GLX Loomis rods.

What reels should I be considering in the baitcaster and threadline versions?


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Why no trolling???????? Trolling accounts for some of larger models !!!!
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Post Posted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 10:53 am    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Thanks fellas. Really good input!

Great input, and yes I need to correct myself - I will be trolling - sorry about that confusion.

I have now changed my mind and may now go with the Daiwa Zllion Type R for casting only and the Calcutta TE250 DC mainly for trolling (with some casting)...

http://reviews.basspro.com/2010/51490/s ... eviews.htm

http://reviews.basspro.com/2010/85312/t ... eviews.htm

Any thoughts on above would be great!

And, how do you think my existing Daiwa Z30 Saltiga would go for trolling for barra?


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Post Posted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 3:37 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

If you go for the Zillion I'd check the drag out of the box. Daiwa's are notorious for having a "sticky" drag. They were supposed to have changed the drag washers to fix this but everyone I know who has bought a Zillion has changed to Carbontech drag washers straight out of the box.
As for the Calcutta I don't have a bad word to say. a fantastic reel that casts a million miles, has a great drag and holds sufficient line to troll a long way back.
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Post Posted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 4:29 pm    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Thanks for the Heads Up!

Are the Calcutta TEDC an older design? What year were they first introduced?

Your thoughts on the best rods for these 2 reels for their individual applications?


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Post Posted: Mon Jul 09, 2012 12:21 am    Post subject: Re: Ideal Reels for Barra Lure Fishing only

Bought the Calcutta last year so it's the current model. They've been around since about 2002. Mine is mated up to a GLoomis IMX MBR 784C 12-20lb.Great for throwing mid-large lures like classics, B52s and bombers. As mentioned it also doubles as a fantastic trolling outfit. I've spooled it with 30lb super PE and it has stopped some good fish.
I'd put the Zillion on a single handed, lighter rod like a 663 or 662 to flick smaller lures and light softies.

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