Tarpon setup
JT wrote:
I'm in the process of putting a tarpon rod/reel package together for a trip
to Belize.
I found a Scierra SL 10/12 Sal****er reel for $80.00, do any of you have
experience with this reel? I can't find much on the web about the reel, I
think it's an older Scierra model the shop is closing out.
I would also appreciate any suggestions for a fairly inexpensive rod that
would go with the reel. I have been looking at the TFO TiCr X Series in the
10 or 12 wt. Runs in the $250.00 range. Anyone have or used this rod?
Suggestions on a $350.00 to $400.00 package would be appreciated.
TIA,
JT
If you're planning on fighting medium to large tarpon, i'd opt for a
better reel...or take a backup reel. If you're talking about an Okuma
Sierra reel, a decent tarpon might "smoke" that reel. FWIW, Redington
and Albright have some sal****er reels on closeout, at very good prices.
Also, i've heard some very good things on the higher weight, TiCr-X
rods. I have an TiCr-X 8wt. It's not my favorite 8wt, but still a very
nice rod.
brians
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