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    Okuma Euphoria vs Assassin Beachmaster II

    Hi Sealiners. With the recent launch of the Okuma Euphoria and Assassin Beachmaster II, in terms of an all-round edible rod, which one? Will be mostly used to target eds, rock & surf. Regards
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    Adrenalin 7ft Modularis Spin 210-70 EVO

    Hi All. I'm looking for a 7ft 'light' tackle rod for spinning as well as the odd gully scratching. Saw the Adrenalin 7ft Modularis Spin 210-70 EVO and was wondering if anyone has experience with this rod in terms of casting and general use (specs vs price look good on paper). Planning to pair...
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    Assassin Spin-Tech 7ft Rod (1-1,5oz)

    Hi Sealiners. Looking to get a 7ft Assassin Spin-Tech rod for light spinning, gully fishing. Has anyone has experience with the Assassin Spin-Tech rods? Also, what reel size will be most suited for the 7ft rod? Thanks
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    Which Braid brand is your go-to brand for your Grinder (2023 Poll)?

    Berkley Braid BOSS Braid FM Pro Braid Grinder Braid J-Braid JDB Braid Perline Braid PowerPro Braid Shimano Braid Sufix Braid
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    LOOKING FOR PENN PARTS

    Hi Ben. Started out fishing with Penn Jigmaster, then moved onto Daiwa SL, Speedmaster, etc. Today it's grinder when going fishing (still have my Speedmasters & TLD15/30 though :) ). Coming back to Penn, yes the Penn 49 & Jigmasters was the the go-to reel and still being used today (still see...
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    Okuma Azores XP grinder

    Hi All. Has anyone been using the azores XP (4000) long term for spinning? Thinking of getting one as a backup grinder. Thanks
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    Spinfisher VI 6500 click sound

    Hi All. I have a Spinfisher vi 6500... Recently started making a click soound at bottom when the rotor turns. When putting on the spool, the pool clicks 'backwards' when the rotor is at the bottom rotating. Any advice what could be the issue? Thanks
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    CID Couta Casting & Magic Missile

    Hi All. Regarding the Couta Casting & Magic Missile, which one is the prefered one to use from the surf and has there been any success on these in the Garden Route / Cape Town area? Thanks
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    Penn Spinfisher VI

    Hi All. Regarding the Spinfisher VI, what's your thoughts on this reel? Have seen many international reviews but little on South African Angling reviews / opinions. It's role in the ZA Fishing Scene? - Eds, Non-Eds, etc. Thanks
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    Makaira Blue 14.6ft 6-8 oz Rod

    Hi All. Currently looking for a rod targeting big-eds and also non-eds. Do you think the Makaira Blue 14.6ft will match the targeted species? Also, what reel would match the rod? Thinking of either a Shimano 20k reel or Daiwa BG6500? Thanks
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    Shimano Saragosa 20 000

    Hi All. Brand new Saragosa 20 000 SW for sale (never fished). Spooled with yellow 50lb Boss Slick Braid (also brand new, never fished). Selling with Braid: R4600 Selling without Braid: R4300 Postage for buyers account (Postnet R99). Regards
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    Using 'Normal' Braid as Leader

    Hi All. Whats your thoughts of using 'normal' braid with higher breaking strain as braid leader? Example: Boss Slick Braid 120lb Braid has same diameter and breaking strain as their 'Leader Line' 50m spools. So will it be more cost effective to purchase say 300m 120lb 'normal' Braid to use as...
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    Shimano Speedmaster IV Spool Tension Spring

    Hi Guys. Does anyone perhaps know where one can source a Spool Tension Spring (Part 86) for the Speedmaster IV? Have a Speedmaster IV but needs a Spool Tension Spring. Thanks
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    Kingfisher Drag Washer and Reel grease

    Hi Guys. Saw Kingfisher Drag Washer and Reel grease (30g) at local tackleshop the other day. In terms of general reel maintenance, etc., is an okish grease to use on Multipliers and Grinders? Thanks
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    Shimano Saragosa 20 000

    Hi All. Regarding spooling a Saragosa 20000:For backing, which Braid to use? 4x Braid? 8x Braid? Meters? [/*]Topshot, how many meters +/- 50Lb 8x Braid?[/*]Should one just get a 1000m 50lb 8x braid and spool until full?[/*] This will be for a heavy setup. Targeting non-eds to big eds. Thanks
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    Exage 11ft Heavy rod grinder recommendation.

    Hi All. I currently have a Exage 11ft rod (Multiplier Heavy). Currently looking at getting a Grinder for the rod for scratching / eds fishing. Which grinder size will suite the rod best?: Shimano 4000/5000 size? Thanks
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    Okuma Metaloid - Old vs New

    Hi Guys. I've seen there seem to be 2 versions of the Okuma Metaloid Grinder Rod currently online. Based on your expertise, any diff between the 'old' vs 'new'? Thanks
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    Which Braid brand is your go-to brand for your Grinder?

    Which Braid brand is your go-to brand for your Grinder?
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    Dawia BG 5000

    Hi Guys. Currently fishing multipliers, thinking of getting a Grinder, the Daiwa BG 5000. Will mostly target Eds (small, medium, large :)). Currently have a Technium Medium. For the interim, will this rod be ok? Also, thinking of putting 40lb Braid on the BG. Your thoughts? Thanks
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    Land-It Circle BLN

    Hi All. Been seeing quite a few Tackle Shops selling Land-It Circle BLN hooks lately. Can anyone comment on the performance / catches on these (they dirt cheap though :shock:)?
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