Looking for advise for a friend

[Slipknot]

Originally Posted by fishbones

That's the set up he was originally planning on. He went yesterday and looked into getting the 1322 blank wrapped with the low rider guides. I think he wants the Saltiga because it has the long cast spool like the Emblem Pro, but the reel is lighter and more durable.

I bought the Mojo and will put it to the test this season. With the way I treat my equipment, I can't justify a $400+ custom rod.

long cast spool? ? ?
is this a Z?

I think the emblem would only get you better by about 10 yds. max.

MikeP did a test

[Mike P]

Originally Posted by Slipknot

long cast spool? ? ?
is this a Z?

I think the emblem would only get you better by about 10 yds. max.

MikeP did a test

Oh, I think he's talking about the Saltiga Surf, not the Z.

In that case, tell him to save his money and go with the Emblem Pro.

The Saltiga Surf is an overpriced mediocrity trying to capitalize on the Saltiga name.

It's also one damn slow retrieve ratio. If his plan is to cast across the Canal, I can't think of a worse reel to use, because he'll spend all morning cranking that plug back in. It's even slower than a freaking Squidder.