Seems that we covered this waaay back in post #24 on this thread, but I'm happy to discuss this again. Well first, I'm all about balanced tackle. Most "Power Knob Handles" will weigh almost as much as your reel. In any case, I'm not sure exactly how much "power" that little reel will be able to generate - and for what period of time - as its designed for more finesse applications, mostly in FW, rather than outright h/d cranking of fish to the boat.
I'm not all that sure that this reel will hold up in heavier applications - and by that I mean heavier than fluking, (you can read that as "blackfishing"). But I do see lots of people putting big gawky handles on little bitty bait casting reels. So what do I know?
If you are considering using this reel on blackfish, I would encourage you to think a bit about using another reel, one with more oats - and save this reel for less destructive fishing. I liken this reel to a Corvette, what you want for tog is a mid-sized pick-up. Like a Chevy Colorado, for example. Nice truck by the way, my son just got his '21 Z71.
Did you ever go forward with installing the knobs under discussion above? Those are 30mm wide and give far more "gripping power" than the skinny factory knobs. And are a direct fit on the Daiwa factory handle. A BIG improvement, in my opinion.
Anyway, if you really do want to go with a single big knob setup, I would log onto AliExpress and see what's out there - you should be able to find a handle you like on that site. Try the following companies there: Gomexus (the company store, NOT the other resellers that peddle Gomexus products), Kawa, EKFan, and the Weihai Fishing Tackle Store Store. I would look for something with a carbon fiber handle arm, as it will keep the overall weight to a more reasonable level.
I have direct purchase experience with all of the above over on AliExpess and all have been excellent in products and delivery. You can also find some good handles on Ebay - many from the same vendors. However, the prices are generally higher, as Ebay's selling commission is relatively high. Delivery would be exactly the same - pretty slow, as anything coming from China these days seems to be taking a good amount of time. Gee, I wonder why??? 🙄
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Daiwa Catalina TW 100P - A really good Dealeo on a top-shelf baitcasting reel, - but you gotta move FAST!
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
If you missed out on one of these little beauties, here's one in mint condition that's for sale from a private owner. Talk about hen's teeth - snooze and lose!
Just confirm that its the right reel, before engaging PayPal, or however you pay. Best bait caster on the market for jigging fluke, in my opinion. . . and he just dropped the price to $180.
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Just confirm that its the right reel, before engaging PayPal, or however you pay. Best bait caster on the market for jigging fluke, in my opinion. . . and he just dropped the price to $180.
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"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
If you missed out on one of these little beauties, here's one in mint condition that's for sale from a private owner. Talk about hen's teeth - snooze and lose!
Just confirm that its the right reel, before engaging PayPal, or however you pay. Best bait caster on the market for jigging fluke, in my opinion. . . and he just dropped the price to $180.
BBC Boards - BassBoat Central
Bass Boat Central Boards is The Place for Bass Boat Connections.
Mate101 postsSince 2020
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I’m trying to join so I can pick it up! Someone please send a hold message until the site accepts me lol.
First MateOriginal Crew255 postsSince 2018
Joe - text me the pix so I can confirm its the rIght reel. P
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
All good! Looks uber-mint! Thx Joe.
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
LowGear - any update? Did you git ‘er done?
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
Gents, thank you and yes sealed the deal.
The Catalina I had purchased this time last year was hi-jacked by my fishing partner. I would like to actually put some quality time in with one on the fluke grounds this year. Have a second spool of the Gosen waiting for it as well since I bought 2 at the time.
The Catalina I had purchased this time last year was hi-jacked by my fishing partner. I would like to actually put some quality time in with one on the fluke grounds this year. Have a second spool of the Gosen waiting for it as well since I bought 2 at the time.
Mate101 postsSince 2020
“I would like to actually put some quality time in with one on the fluke grounds this year.”
Get a hold of me next July and maybe we can work something out. And tell your buddy “hands off” this one! ?
Get a hold of me next July and maybe we can work something out. And tell your buddy “hands off” this one! ?
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
“I would like to actually put some quality time in with one on the fluke grounds this year.”
Get a hold of me next July and maybe we can work something out. And tell your buddy “hands off” this one! ?
That would be an honor for me and very gracious of you.
However, solving the equipment conundrum isn’t so easy for me... my fishing partner is what I like to refer to as F&F ..... it’s either my father or the female. Both have Veto powers and both agree their equipment needs to be equal or better than mine.
Mate101 postsSince 2020
Quality tackle costs money. So then the only solution seems to be a second, part-time job.
For you!
If so, there goes your fishin’ free time.
Quite the conundrum. ?
For you!
If so, there goes your fishin’ free time.
Quite the conundrum. ?
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
And now for my very favorite "Pink Hating" friend - and you know who you are!
The latest in Gomexus handle knob technology. Made of a new Polymer material very similar to steering wheel outer skin:
The latest in Gomexus handle knob technology. Made of a new Polymer material very similar to steering wheel outer skin:
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
You better not bring that "sissy" outfit on my boat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CaptainOriginal Crew1,853 postsSince 2018
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