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Floodwater reels

Ben Cullen

Ben Cullen

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Hi
Just wondering what reels people are using on floodwater set ups
Thinking of pairing with powermesh rods but i need reels with the grunt to use 8oz or more leads as they will primarly be used on the thames
Many thanks
 
Okuma 6000 inc work for me. Big enough to hold lots of heavy mono, but reasonably light to lug about.

I sold fancy Shimano Ci4 5500’s and don’t miss them.
 
Tim Marks said:
Okuma 6000 inc work for me. Big enough to hold lots of heavy mono, but reasonably light to lug about.

I sold fancy Shimano Ci4 5500’s and don’t miss them.
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Similar here, sold my SS2600’s, Emblems and most of my Baitrunners now. If I had to be picky I’d want a one touch folding handle on the Okumas, but there’s nothing else I can fault them on.
 
SS2600 wouldn’t be my choice for a dedicated flood reel as much as I like them.

5:1 max and 4.5:1 even better.
Long handle, decent grip, high torque, low speed
6000D I think would be Superb.
 
Okuma Aventa Baitfeeder in 6000 size.


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Aventa Baitfeeder Spinning Reel | OKUMA Fishing Rods and Reels - OKUMA FISHING TACKLE CO., LTD.

Okuma Aventa Baitfeeder spinning reels feature on/off auto trip bait feeding system allows anglers to disengage their spinning reel spool and allow their bait to run freely. Slow Oscillation System can improve line lay. Equip with one touch handle with wood knob. An extra aluminum spool can be...
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I use them for all my Barbel fishing, no issue cranking back heavy feeders in strong flow. One touch folding handle and a really nice and smooth drag. They do 8000 and 10000 too but they are quite hefty weight wise.
 
Ben Cullen said:
Cheers everyone got a pr of 6000oc at a decent price ta for your input
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Ben
not OC but I have a pair of 6000D which have been lightly used and since being serviced at Felindre just over three years ago have rested in their boxes unused.
Would accept for £210 including 1st class signed for delivery if you are interested. If not then good luck in your search for OC version.
Cheers
Mark
 

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Mark Davis said:
Ben
not OC but I have a pair of 6000D which have been lightly used and since being serviced at Felindre just over three years ago have rested in their boxes unused.
Would accept for £210 including 1st class signed for delivery if you are interested. If not then good luck in your search for OC version.
Cheers
Mark
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Cheers for offer i got a pairof oc from austria for under 200
 
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