breambo25 1 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Yep. Another egi topic. (Sorry in advance). Just purchased a shimano sephia (8ft 3') and looking to further my eging ability. I'm just interested in finding out what makes a good egi reel. Any suggestions will be taken on board. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
4THALOVE 45 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 i would be whacking a 2500 on it mate no particular brand, thats the size myself and 2 other members all use, even the same brand(shimano sienna's) and we have been gettn decent catches regularly and they handle it perfect.or you can go banana's and grab a Egi specific reel http://www.fishingtackleshop.com.au/products/Daiwa-Emeralds-2506-Squid-Egi-Fishing-Reel.html cheers 4THA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TT 2 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Hi Breambo. Firstly it is great you purchased a Sephia AU, they really are good Egi Rods! There are a few common features that go into a good Squidding Reel. Firstly Lightweight. When using a Light Rod like the Sephia you don't want to be Butt Heavy. It is paramount to really get the Jag working so you want a balanced combo. Secondly a Smooth Drag. Squid can easily take line and that is ok. But you sometimes on a larger Squid you need to put the hurt on them! A nice drag will give you that lifting power on the weight of the Squid as well as the Length and Graphite of the Rod. Reels I would recommend are the 1000 or 2500 Stradic Ci4 and the 2500 Daiwa Emeraldas Infeet 2506. Spooled with 10 - 15lb Braid and a 10 - 20lb Flourocarbon Leader. You should be having a Wicked Squidding Combo on your Hands. Tight Lines. TT. 4THALOVE 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
southie THE BANGA 2,304 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 1000 ci4 stradic thats what there ment for... 4THALOVE 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FreShIe-FisHeR : D 0 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I know its as bit dearer than the Ci4 but the Shimano Soare Spin Reels are a sick match for the spephiahttp://www.rayannes.com.au/daiwa-shimano-reels-australia/rods-reels/shimano/shimano-spin-reels/shimano-soare-spin-reels/;) 4THALOVE 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thefunkychicken 0 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I'm pretty much going to echo what everyone else is saying...I've heard nothing but good news about the Stradic CI4 reels, I don't have one myself but one is on the wish list.For squid - whether it be from the land, jetty, boat or kayak - I'm of the opinion that success can be found using the same reel and line used for whiting, flathead, gar, etc. Those being in the 1000, 2000, 2500, 3000 size of reasonable quality with 6 to 15lb braid on it with a fluro leader in the order of 10 to 20lb.Brands of reels I can only really speak for are Daiwa Sol, Shimano Stradic & Exage & Baitrunner as they're what I own but there are plenty of other capable reels out there both for reasonable and unreasonble prices.I reckon with squid (just like all other fishing) it's pretty much all down to technique and patience. Let that squid get right good and caught up in that jig, resist the temptation to haul it in, if he/she keeps resisting then just relax and keep your pressure on the line and you'll soon be back to bringing line back in.Good luck with it. And remember... that squid is a loaded gun: don't ever point it at anything you dont want covered in sticky, slimy black ink.Cheers. 4THALOVE 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
breambo25 1 Posted September 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 And remember... that squid is a loaded gun: don't ever point it at anything you dont want covered in sticky' date=' slimy black ink. Cheers.[/quote']Trust me. I know from experience. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
breambo25 1 Posted September 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Thankyou for all of the feedback guys. At the moment I am probably leaning towards the stradic ci4 2500. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TT 2 Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Thats great to hear Breambo! You shall have a wicked combo on your hands. I am sure you will be kicking my butt in the Squid Stakes now!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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thefunkychicken 0 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thankyou for all of the feedback guys. At the moment I am probably leaning towards the stradic ci4 2500.You can't really go wrong with that choice. Throw a run of 15lb braid on it and that reel will do you well for squid, whiting and even reasonable snapper.Let us know what you reckon of the reel once you've got your hands on it and given it a test wind.Tight lines. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Just Me 0 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thankyou for all of the feedback guys. At the moment I am probably leaning towards the stradic ci4 2500.Have you looked at the Sephia reels?http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Shimano-Sephia-BB-C3000-S-Spinning-Reel-JDM-New-/280720616561?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item415c40ac71I reckon the 3000 would balance perfectly with your rod as it's a light reel. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
twinpower 151 Posted September 18, 2011 Report Share Posted September 18, 2011 hey breambo how much did ya pay for the egi rod and where from mate i would be interested in buying one as wellcheers tp Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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