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Originally Posted by timf
Has anyone used the Tica Dolphins? Same issue with dunking/sand but would the short money ($65) be worth it to pick up a couple?
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Many of the guys on my surf fishing team have them. We fish hard, out on the bar when we can and while the reels aren't getting "dunked" they do get wet. Key for all these Asian reels is keeping the roller and main shaft well lubricated. These points, especially the main shaft entry are getting swiped with the long spool travel. I will often regrease duing mid-day break if the reel has been taking water. Specifically, the Tica Dolphin seems to develop a wobble after a year or more of
hard work; it just seems to get "loose." Doesn't really affect the performance but just doesn't feel right.
One real plus is their super high speed model, it's great for screaming lures for fat alberts and spanish macks!
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Originally Posted by surfer247
I bought my daiwa powersurf on e-bay, straight from japan.e-bay has a whole selection of japanese rods and reels.And it was quick,it took just three days for the reel to come.
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Shipping is quick with most of those sellers; many times I'll order in the afternoon here and wake up the next morning and have an email saying the reel is at JFK, waiting in Customs.
For everyone, as I said in post 4, watch the spools offered by those ebay sellers and be sure the reel has a drag. The higher-end Daiwa's and Shimanos will be offered with a #2, #3, #5 or #8 spool; each designates the depth and therefore the line capacity. Generally you want the highest number available. Buying a reel and then finding out it only holds 180 yards of line is a bummer, especially when the correct spool is gonna put you back another $100 . . .
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