Diawa Saltiga Z6000(GT) or Shimano Stella 20000?

Discussion in 'Tackle and Rigging' started by marlin frederick, Sep 17, 2006.

  1. Sep 17, 2006 #1
    marlin frederick

    marlin frederick Junior member

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    These Diawa's look like pretty nice spinning reels. Does anyone have any opinion on whether its better to go with the GT (6.2 to 1 retreive) or the standard one (4.3 to 1 retreive). It will be used for fishing top water plugs and flying fish using 65lb braid. How do people feel they compare to a Shimano Stella 20K?
     
    marlin frederick, Sep 17, 2006
    marlin frederick, Sep 17, 2006
  3. Sep 17, 2006 #1
    Gunsmoke

    Gunsmoke Senior Member

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    First off, if you like the Daiwa line, go with the Z6500. The lower gear ratio really helps when you hook up. (4.3 to 1) Personally, I prefer the stella 20K. Never had a stella break at the reel seat.
     
    Gunsmoke, Sep 17, 2006
    Gunsmoke, Sep 17, 2006