Ocean Salmon Reel

blast and cast · 01-30-2003, 12:21 PM

I am looking for another ocean salmon trolling reel. I currently use the Shimano Triton 200G, but am looking for input on what others have had success with. Thanks.

Orca · 01-30-2003, 01:17 PM

I use Penn 320GTI's. Made in America, reasonable price, very fixable.

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Trophy · 01-30-2003, 01:30 PM

Penn GTI series is ok, but for a sleeker and more durable reels, I like Quantum Big Iron series. The IR430CX has 6.1:1 gear ratio which is bit too fast in certain conditions, but works great in most situations.

Beer Waggin · 01-30-2003, 04:43 PM

The 200G's are bullet proof as far as I'm concerned. I have five of them and have only had to have the drag replaced on one of them in four years. These reels have seen lots of salt water and the only reason the one had a problem is because I left the drag tightened. Wash them down with water and occasionaly grease them and I think any quality reel with last.

Rodbender · 01-30-2003, 05:16 PM

I've used the Shimano Charter Special TR100 for about 8 years now-top-notch performance and never a problem of any kind.
The next reels I go to-if I have the dough(!) would be Avets-some real sweet looking models
http://www.avetreels.com
http://www.charkbait.com

pkg40 · 01-30-2003, 09:37 PM

Abu Garcia 6501. 7000 if you want to reel with your right (wrong?) hand.

Fishplay · 01-30-2003, 11:11 PM

I run abu 6501's on my salmon trolling rods.

Master Baiter · 01-31-2003, 07:20 AM

I got a pair of abu 7001 reels on e-bay, really nice!

Drifty · 01-31-2003, 07:26 AM

I reeely like my 7000 abu.

Drifty