Bass /Blue's Reel ?

[wellcraftv20step]

I'm in the middle of building myself a new Bass and Bluefish rod, and I'm wondering what real I'm going to put on it. I generally like to anchor up near the bridges and drift clams, but I'll also drift eels in the inlet.. I'd like to here from you guys as to what Reels you guys like .

[Cam]

I love my Shimano Baitrunner (have 2 of them-450 model I think-may be 550). The reel is superb for that type of fishing. The baitrunner feature is ideal for bass fishing, as it allows the bass to pick up the bait and go with it, with no tension on the line. I always let them go with it, count to 10 then lock the baitrunner and set the hook. Works!!!

[SkunkBoat]

Originally Posted by Cam

I love my Shimano Baitrunner (have 2 of them-450 model I think-may be 550). The reel is superb for that type of fishing. The baitrunner feature is ideal for bass fishing, as it allows the bass to pick up the bait and go with it, with no tension on the line. I always let them go with it, count to 10 then lock the baitrunner and set the hook. Works!!!

my choice for a spinner also. perfect for snagging bunker and letting them sit and get eaten.
and they are metal and don't flex when you are reeling in a 35 pound bass.
Stay away from Okuma spinners, cheap for a reason. Had 2, thought they looked "just as good as a Baitrunner for half the price". Both had broken bails in the first season. Flexed just trying to reel in a snagged bunker, nevermind a bass.

for conventional I like the Shimano TLD15. Lever drag great for trolling AND live bait.

[Destroyer]

For everyday fishing I love my Diawa Sealine 50H conventional reels. Most of my fishing involves blues, bass, steelheads and salmon, and the 50H is perfectly suited to those sizes. Strong, well made reels. Wish they still made them. I probably have a half dozen of them on different rods. For spinning I like either Penn or Diawa reels. Never had a Shimano, so can't comment on them.

[phatdaddy]

you don't say if your looking for spinning or level wind. not familiar with the type of fishing your describing, but i'll second the diawa level wind, have had 2 of the 4/0's for over 25 years. also second the penn spinning gear. i am very rough on spinning reeis and the penn holds up very well. usually easy to work on and parts are readily available.

congrats on the rod building, lotta fun to catch a fish on one u wrapped yourself.

[wellcraftv20step]

Thanks guys so much for your input!! I have always used 2 Reels ,the Penn jigmaster 500, or the Penn level wind. I'm trying to convince myself to venture out a bit and maybe try the Diawa/shimano and alike. as far as snagging bunker I do have an older Diawa Spinning reel for that .