Questions for Canalers that own VS

[rizzo]

I have a vs 250 and vs 300. I tried jiggin the canal with both. The anti reverse broke on the 300 after about a dozen outings with primarily 5-6oz jigs. The 250 held up okay, but wasnt really cutting it. Distance was fine on both if set up with a 50# braid.

After reallly looking into options i went with a saltiga dog fight and the reel completely owns. It effortlessly cranks in 6 oz jigs against a moon tide and with each crank takes in a rediculous amount of line. I free spool quite a distance down current and wear mechanic gloves to manage line in between drifts. This system worked best for me, and I would never go back to jigging in the canal with a VS. Wetsuiting the surf, the VS is all I use - have to use the right tool for the job.

[GunnySniper]

If you have not seen or had an opportunity to try the Zee, you will have hampered yourself. I am still amazed by the capability of the 2.5. Without even trying I am getting 30% more distance. The best thing about it, I can break it down and lube the S.O.B. myself, no annual or Bi-annual fee of $70.00 with shipping to get a piece of junk Chinese reel serviced. I love the dual manual pick-up, as easy to use as the bailed model. The drag is absolutley the best thing I have ever seen, thumb adjustment with almost no effort. took a beating selling the VS's, I will never look back.