Codfish Reel

[Mags2013]

Hey all,

I'm relatively new to the site so I apologize if this has been discussed at length previously. I'm shopping for a codfish reel to match up with a Bogan 7'6 cod rod. Strongly considering the Daiwa Saltist STTLD40. Any thoughts.

Thanks in advance.

[Fin Reaper]

Avet MX

[aduma1107]

Torium 16 or the Avet MX

[MohawkJD]

I have older Saltist 40's. They're a little large, but I've needed the line capacity in the GOM for deeper drops and when I lost yards of line to blue sharks. Around here, I'd think the Saltist 30 would be fine. Also, do you really need a lever drag for bottom fishing?

[Fin Reaper]

Hey Mags...check your PM's

[PeteyHD]

I have a Saltist 50LD 2Speed. I can not recommend Daiwa or the Saltist reels enough! I use mine for all deep dropping and also to jig for tuna with no problem. If you are looking for strictly a cod fishing reel I would recommend the Saltist star drag (gold and black models). I also have this reel in size 35 which I also use for all ground and tog fishing but would recommend the 40 size if you are strictly looking for cod. Best bet is to put the reel sizes on the rod to feel for the balance.

Hope that helps.
Pete

[Mags2013]

Thanks guys. I have an Avet MXJ 5.8 that is a great reel, and I'd definitely go Avet again, but I'm hesitant because I've had to replace the bearings 3x in 3 years I've had the reel. I follow all the guidelines about maintenance and cleaning etc but after fishing hard each year, without fail, the Avet starts to sound and feel like a coffee grinder. The gear ratio on the Saltist 40 is on the higher side, 6.1:1 so I'm curious if that is enough power for the all too often doubleheader dogfish...

[Tunarun]

Hey all,

I'm relatively new to the site so I apologize if this has been discussed at length previously. I'm shopping for a codfish reel to match up with a Bogan 7'6 cod rod. Strongly considering the Daiwa Saltist STTLD40. Any thoughts.

Thanks in advance.
This reel would be Perfect for you and u can't beat the price! Dennis

http://www.njfishing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=67820

[MohawkJD]

My reels are also 4.9:1, which works fine for me. I think it's the best of both worlds. I've pulled up double header pollack, both in the teens, with it. I don't know what the newer Saltists are? 6.4:1 seems high, but I've seen them on many cod/pollack trips. But I never asked how they handled.

[MrAC1980]

Stick with the Avet or if you have a higher budget consider the Talica. My last offshore trip I brought my Saltist 40 which had just been oiled and greased along with my Avet SX and MXJ's which also had just been serviced. The Avets had 10x more power then the Saltist. I ended up taking the Saltist off and just using the Avets. Ended up selling the Saltist as well, lol. The 5.3/8 gear ratio of the Avets seems to be perfect and the power of them continuously amazes me. You won't look back, trust me.

Now to get your Avets to stop being coffee grinders is to take the shields off the bearings and clean and pack them with grease. You'll never have to buy another bearing again!

The Talica 8 and 10 are also great reels. There are guys that swear by them and even use the larger models for tilefish.

[Mags2013]

Thanks guys. Lots of great feedback and gives me a few options to consider. The Talica is a powerhouse but just a few $$$ more than I want to spend. Leaning towards another Avet and I think I'm set for a codfish set-up.

Now, if I could just figure out this fluke fishing thing :)

[MohawkJD]

Now to get your Avets to stop being coffee grinders is to take the shields off the bearings and clean and pack them with grease. You'll never have to buy another bearing again!



Avets & Saltists both need to be cleaned & lubed inside regularly. Greasing bearings will cut way back on their regular servicing, but other internal parts (drag washers, clickers, anti reverse, etc) will need to be serviced. Also, greased bearings cuts down on casting distance. Removing shields, cleaning, oiling and replacing the shields on spool bearings is a great way to add distance to your casts.

[PeteyHD]

Avets & Saltists both need to be cleaned & lubed inside regularly. Greasing bearings will cut way back on their regular servicing, but other internal parts (drag washers, clickers, anti reverse, etc) will need to be serviced. Also, greased bearings cuts down on casting distance. Removing shields, cleaning, oiling and replacing the shields on spool bearings is a great way to add distance to your casts.

This is very true. Like I said previously I never had any issues with my Daiwa reels and I beat the heck out of them.