Need Inputs on Penn Battle 5000 and Dawia Saltist 4500

[Joe L]

Battle is a great reel but, depending on what rod your putting it on. I have always said there should be a 4500 battle, something in between the 4000 and 5000. I had the 5000 on a 10 ft rod and it balanced well but, think its a bit heavy for any thing smaller. Where as the 4000 is MUCH smaller and I think would be too small on a 9" rod.

[Ian]

Originally Posted by Joe L

Battle is a great reel but, depending on what rod your putting it on. I have always said there should be a 4500 battle, something in between the 4000 and 5000. I had the 5000 on a 10 ft rod and it balanced well but, think its a bit heavy for any thing smaller. Where as the 4000 is MUCH smaller and I think would be too small on a 9" rod.

Agreed 100%... If the rod you are putting the reel on feels great with the reel, the battle for the money is great. The SSV is your better bet but is about $50 more.

[JohnR]

F.E.B! F.E.B!

[piemma]

Notaro, I have had a 6000 since June on a 9' G loomis graphite rod. I love it but it's not a good reel for dunking. You need to keep it dry and clean or it's starts binding. Other than that, it's great

[Notaro]

Originally Posted by Rappin Mikey

I will give you info on this. But only, and if only only, you bless us with some funny stories about your recent escapades with the female gender, or possibly Mai thai tournies. Come on! I know you got some kind of hilarious story. Now don't hold back, and let it fly! By the way, I only went to Ricky's 3rd surprise 40th birthday party cuz I heard you'd be there. What you got??

I didn't show up, but I do have some stories to tell only if you take me out on a trip that you and Rick promised me years ago.... -__-

Originally Posted by PNG

Notaro stories from old ... priceless



Witches... well just plain scary. Cmon Notaro you gotta have something

Tons of inappropriate escapades!!

Originally Posted by piemma

Notaro, I have had a 6000 since June on a 9' G loomis graphite rod. I love it but it's not a good reel for dunking. You need to keep it dry and clean or it's starts binding. Other than that, it's great

Piemma, I was going to use it to dunk in the water, but not so much for hardcore dunking. I might wade into the water and fish. I've had a spheros 5000 but sold it because I felt that I needed to upgrade it so I can dunk one on any occasions.

[canalfisher]

my friend has a battle not sure of size and a saltist spinning . the bale fell off .had it repaired at red top . the saltist the bail wire broke . he uses. both hard jigging up to 5 ounce jigs in the canal. not your'e average fisherman

[Notaro]

Originally Posted by canalfisher

my friend has a battle not sure of size and a saltist spinning . the bale fell off .had it repaired at red top . the saltist the bail wire broke . he uses. both hard jigging up to 5 ounce jigs in the canal. not your'e average fisherman

Ouch, I guess that it's not suited for hardcore fishing then.