Can it handle 10-15 pound fish ? Pacifically blue trevallys
1423236
My husband hasn't used it yet, put a 20lb test line and is confident it will hold. Our waters are still very cold but he can't wait to put it to use.
1423237
As stated earlier, if you put the correct line on the reel it will do just fine.
1423238
yes, i've caught 30 lb gulf fish on it. All depends on how you angle, leave the drag loose so nothing snaps.
98761
Sorry, I cannot help you, as I do not fish for grouper or red snapper. I mostly troll. I would use this for game up to about 50 pounds. Bigger than that may strip the reel.
1962564
Yes this is very good for surf fishing. You might want to change the line to a heaver line say 20 or 25 LBS depending on what you are fishing for.
967259
With the advancement in technology -10lbs upto 15lbs with .25mm to.30mm can be used on size 30 reel
59899
The reel on this unit is not very good . I would not get it. If you are trying to catch big fish it will not be ver strong
523313
My dog weighs 10 lbs and I would say that it would only remain sturdy to 15 lbs. I wouldn't try any heavier.
1560175
Would not recommend it. It is really a fresh water reel. I have used mine to surf fish, not as smooth as it once was. I have caught 40 pound catfish with it.
967258
Using 10lbs test line is absolutely fine with this reel. Matter of fact that's exactly what I had loaded last time out. Caught three fair sized pike with it.
270943
I doubt you could due a 10 pounder due to the size this cone would be. I've never done more than a 5 lb. chicken--but the book says you can do up to a 7-8 lb. bird. That would be kinda big for the chamber. But that size gyro, even if it were smaller, my worry would be that it might fall apart IF you could mount it in the chamber securely. All this aside, I'd be willing to take a chance since you could do a very slow cook with the versatile heat settings and considering it has a center heating element. A tough decision. Maybe call the manufacturer.
1819537
Nope, depending on what you're going after as to the pound test. The rod is light so you can't use a heavy line and target heavy (15lb. +) fish. I put 16 lb. test mono. and getting good results. Much heavier than that you're going to get a real reduction in casting distance and more rig shift with the current.
249934
I do not fish for crappie so cannot respond. I fish for salmon using the trolling method and a down rigger. The size of these fish vary from 8 pounds to over 20 pounds and they are real fighters, love to run on you especially once they are on the surface. I have two Shimano rods, 9 feet and 9.5 feet. I use both of these while fishing in the San Juan Islands and Strait of Juan de Fuca in Washington State. I totally trust both of these rods as they respond perfectly from the first bite while in the rod holder to the actual netting of the fish. I fish solo most of the time and need a rod that will respond to support my individual effort.
1128060
The rod and reel could handle a nice sized bass if you play the fish out. The rod doesn't have a lot of back bone. But i have hooked onto a few 1-2lb bass and it did fine. I would suggest using 20-30lb braid because you get good strength and small diameter.
2195179
Should be no problem. These are heavy duty spinning rods. I can also cast sardines with no weight on 40lb test! Not real far, but far enough to be effective. I've caught mostly Pargo and Dorado with mine.
87285
By the size you could but I am not sure about the material if it would hurt the fish or not.
969655
Yes, it would be fine. Just be aware the LED lights do not last very long. It is perfect for 1 fish.
1402053
Down in South Carolina I've caught long nose garfish weighing between 5lbs to 20lbs. This rod and reel has great power and sensitivity giving the angler a great advantage during the fight. In my opinion, for carp fishing this rod would be an excellent choice.
1843688
Yes, you can use 10lb test on it and land some big fish with it. I caught 3 20-21 inch large mouth bass last year. It was quite a fight for every one of them but the pole handled it very well. I was very pleased with the performance. Make sure your pole sections are seated tightly as they can sometimes get loose but I haven't had that happen but once. Good luck and Happy fishing!