In the market for a lighter saltwater reel

[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.