In the market for a lighter saltwater reel

[Ian]

Thanks for all the replies guys, I'm not looking for a VS level reel, although I did love my 25. Was hoping for something bailed and a little more on the "backup" budget
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[Big Dave]

I really like the Thunnus TU6000Ci4
very nice light weight reel, nice drag and retrieve and has a bait feature

[Ian]

Originally Posted by Big Dave

I really like the Thunnus TU6000Ci4
very nice light weight reel, nice drag and retrieve and has a bait feature

Is it smaller in size? I have a couple 7-8' factory rods that don't love the height/spool size of my 25

[Big Dave]

Originally Posted by Scratch59

Is it smaller in size? I have a couple 7-8' factory rods that don't love the height/spool size of my 25

When In Florida I use both the 6000 and the 5000. both reels are very nice for backwater fishing and the baitrunner feature is nice if you need it. The 6000 is comfortable at 18 oz and the 5000 even more on lighter rods is only 12 ounces. both have plenty of retrieve and both offer a nice drag as well. As always go check them out for yourself but I have enjoyed fishing them.

[Sgt Striper]

Check out the new Boca PT 50, very nice reel and short $$.

[Ian]

Originally Posted by Big Dave

When In Florida I use both the 6000 and the 5000. both reels are very nice for backwater fishing and the baitrunner feature is nice if you need it. The 6000 is comfortable at 18 oz and the 5000 even more on lighter rods is only 12 ounces. both have plenty of retrieve and both offer a nice drag as well. As always go check them out for yourself but I have enjoyed fishing them.

Thanks Dave, I like the baitrunner feature for the boat. Nice to just let live bait swim around. Not necessarily a must have, but if I found a reel that met all my criteria AND had it, I'd be very happy. I think I will try this one out.

Originally Posted by Hardcore

I'm using the strdic FJ 5000. It's very 11 oz. has good line capacity. I got it for Christmas so I've only caught holdovers on it. I think this will fit the bill.
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I had thought about this reel, but was kinda trying to stay lower than $200 for the reel. However, given that it is that light (guess I skipped over that in my research) I might be willing to give it a shot.

Originally Posted by Sgt Striper

Check out the new Boca PT 50, very nice reel and short $$.

I am going to have to check these out, more than one person suggested it.

[Pete_G]

Saragosa or Spheros.

We've sold a LOT of Spheros over the years, there's not a question in my mind it's one tough, inexpensive reel.

You can bump up to the Saragosa if you want a little more "luxury". It does have a little more metal in some areas like the handle as opposed to fiberglass/carbon reinforced plastic.

There's nothing wrong with a Shimano Baitrunner, plenty of those are out there and well tested too.

The new Boca and Cabo look pretty good. They are selling well but they are new, no real feedback at this point.