Yet another Van Staal Question

[Sluggoslinger]

Originally Posted by t.orlando

I think if you only fish 15% from shore, you don't need a VS or Saltiga. Getting used to no bail is pretty easy. Own both VS200 and SaltigaZ4500, and primarily fish the Saltiga now. Only time the VS sees service is if I am getting really wet.

I know that I don't need one... I just want one really bad b/c to be honest, they look so cool. Trust me, I had a friend tell me all weekend that I was crazy for wanting the VS... needless to say, i'm still going to get one.

[Flaptail]

Your wasting (or your significant other is) your money. A VS from a boat is mispent money. Lots of other lower cost reels that will do the job just as well. But if you really want a VS than go for it but it ain't the reel best suited for the task.

First off we all know I would not own one and cannot ever justify the money for what you get and what it does. It's a hype created, and done very well, by the company (Quantum now)to get you to think you need to have the reel to be the best you can be. Hogwash, there are reels out there that will suffice with the same amount of care.

I have used the them, fished with them and was very happy to hand them back to the owner when done. Close to 700.00 for a reel to fish for Striped bass? I love bass as much if not more than the next guy but even the biggest bass can be caught on tackle that you can buy at Benny's or Wally world.

[Bronko]

Originally Posted by Flaptail

Your wasting (or your significant other is) your money. A VS from a boat is mispent money. Lots of other lower cost reels that will do the job just as well. But if you really want a VS than go for it but it ain't the reel best suited for the task.

First off we all know I would not own one and cannot ever justify the money for what you get and what it does. It's a hype created, and done very well, by the company (Quantum now)to get you to think you need to have the reel to be the best you can be. Hogwash, there are reels out there that will suffice with the same amount of care.

I have used the them, fished with them and was very happy to hand them back to the owner when done. Close to 700.00 for a reel to fish for Striped bass? I love bass as much if not more than the next guy but even the biggest bass can be caught on tackle that you can buy at Benny's or Wally world.

Flap,

Please refrain from posts like this. This is entirely to well thought out and reasonable.

You have now made me feel guilty because I think my wife and brother are getting me a VS200 for Christmas.

[Sluggoslinger]

Originally Posted by Bronko

Flap,

Please refrain from posts like this. This is entirely to well thought out and reasonable.

You have now made me feel guilty because I think my wife and brother are getting me a VS200 for Christmas.

No kidding... god, your trying to make fisherman sound like they only buy what is absolutely necessary... I mean we would never go out and buy a million plugs when we have a couple we stand by all the time.

I know what you are saying and maybe the saltiga is the way to go... F'it...

[Slipknot]

Originally Posted by Sluggoslinger

maybe the saltiga is the way to go... F'it...

yep, now you're talking

If you can afford a Mercedes, and want one, thgen you'd buy one. Why not get what you want in a fishing reel also. It's all in how much enjoyment you get out of the sport anyway I say, so why not use a reel that is smooth as silk and durable. Naturally alot of other brands and makes will do the job, it's a person's choice what he/she wants to fish with.

[Chris in Mass]

I just really enjoy using that piece of equipment. No on needs a Van Staal - hell, use a coke can and string if it that's what your are OK with. It's too late for me to be as good as most folks on this site; and don't believe the VS guarantees you landings, or makes you a better fisherman, and could care less about how it makes one look. It's just so much fun to use, and takes a beating. I feel the same way about my 706. I love using those two reels.

The price - friggin' ouch! Yeah it hurt and I wish there was a competitor that could keep the price in check. I believe someone would have stepped up by now if they felt they could make a go of it in the reel buisness. There's still hope. I've read about folks who are into cooking and dining. They buy special steak knives and what-not to enhance their experience. I'll take the knives from Job Lot, but I know where they are coming from (I feel bad for the guys who are into fishing and golf)

[vanstaal]

everyone who has one has it because they wanted it they new what it was all about I love mine and I would not give it up it's a machine not just a reel I had no problem adjusting to no bail I have a 300 and before that I used a Peen 706 for years I retired and bought the VS for myself it is by far the best surf reel to have

[fishpoopoo]

if you're not gonna dunk the reel there's no point in getting a VS.

[Bronko]

Originally Posted by Bassturbed

if you're not gonna dunk the reel there's no point in getting a VS.

No problem here. It will get dunked. I am all surf... unless I am out on Keepereaper's boat.

[ThrowingTimber]

more action from boat I'd say get the shimano's they're nice reels. Take the extra dough and get a charter or something for your old man for fathers day.

unless you're going to dunk it and do all sorts of nasty things with the reel you dont really need a vs. But hey its your dough and you're welcome to do with it as you please

[eelman]

Originally Posted by Flaptail

Your wasting (or your significant other is) your money. A VS from a boat is mispent money. Lots of other lower cost reels that will do the job just as well. But if you really want a VS than go for it but it ain't the reel best suited for the task.

First off we all know I would not own one and cannot ever justify the money for what you get and what it does. It's a hype created, and done very well, by the company (Quantum now)to get you to think you need to have the reel to be the best you can be. Hogwash, there are reels out there that will suffice with the same amount of care.

I have used the them, fished with them and was very happy to hand them back to the owner when done. Close to 700.00 for a reel to fish for Striped bass? I love bass as much if not more than the next guy but even the biggest bass can be caught on tackle that you can buy at Benny's or Wally world.