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Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 12:39 pm
by Mattblack
Hi All,
I need to update the reel on my surf rod (cheap, old Shimano 6000...could go slightly larger). What should I be looking at, a spin reel (like a Shimano Aerlex) or a side cast reel (like an Alvey)? Casting distance and durability are the priority.
Thanks..
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 1:37 pm
by 4liters
What's your budget?
This looks the goods if you're looking for a long cast design:
https://www.dinga.com.au/penn-spinfishe ... 92947.html
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 1:55 pm
by canned_tuna
If you are going to go to a sidecast you will need to be upgrading your rod as well if you want to get the best out of the reel
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 2:28 pm
by colnick
I am a great believer in sidecast reels. They are just about bulletproof and can take sand and salt water in their stride but unless you have a low ( 150-200mm from butt ) winch mount on your rod, go with the spinning reel.
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 2:37 pm
by smile0784
Would the type of reel depends on what you catch?
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 2:52 pm
by Mattblack
About a $200 budget...didnt realise Id have to modify the rod to fit an Alvey (shame, I just want something that can handle getting dropped in the sand and water) The Spinfisher SSV7500 had good reviews...I've never owned a Penn reel
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 4:12 pm
by dazz999
i bought a alvey when they were in trouble great reels solid as yes you need a low mount rod save up a few more and get a saragossa
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 4:22 pm
by hornet
I have one, casts a mile and built like a tank .. just as heavy too ! you'll never kill it !
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 4:42 pm
by DougieK
Spinfisher is excellent. Consider a Fin Nor Lethal 100 as well.
Re: Surf Reels - Alvey vs Spin Reel.
Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2018 6:29 pm
by 4liters
Mattblack wrote:About a $200 budget...didnt realise Id have to modify the rod to fit an Alvey (shame, I just want something that can handle getting dropped in the sand and water) The Spinfisher SSV7500 had good reviews...I've never owned a Penn reel
I guess you could avoid dropping your reel in the sand and water. Alternatively:
https://www.fishingtackleshop.com.au/pr ... -reel.html
Actually I'm pretty sure the SSV Spinfishers have a rubber gasket around the body and some other seals so they're somewhat sand and water resistant, if not up to the same standard as their Slammer III reels.