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Old 11-19-2012, 04:12 PM   #1
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If I am going to be out swimming or in heavy surf. I have a VS250 and a ZX22 Depending on location. Either set up is equally Proficient for handling those types of situations. This combo is being set up specifically to reach out and touch someone. I love my VS 250. But it is limited in castability
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A few years ago I would agree with that statement but not now! I have found the optimum line and guide layout (and blanks) that allow me to throw 100 yds +. The 250 has been my favorite since it was first produced. I have tried just about everything out there and I will stick with my 250. Concentrate on a good blank, guides and layout along with a good braid.


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I think the bottom line is: will that reel hold up to being submerged all the time? And, as is the case with most of these reels that are designed for smoothness--it probably has too many bearings and other moving parts to live a long healthy life in the surf.
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A few years ago I would agree with that statement but not now! I have found the optimum line and guide layout (and blanks) that allow me to throw 100 yds +. The 250 has been my favorite since it was first produced. I have tried just about everything out there and I will stick with my 250. Concentrate on a good blank, guides and layout along with a good braid.




Bingo, couldn't agree more!
I agree if this reel were going to get wet I would go with a 250 or a zx2-27 it will not be. I am going to stick with the empro for now and consider an upgrade mid season if the weight is an issue.

I truly appreciate all the feed back guys. That is why I like this place. People here fish! They use gear and use it up if it will be used up. I know that if I am in need of opinions on gear people here have used it.

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