is this a good reel for catching muskie?
1730960
I only fish salt water and have use it for bluefish and strippers. Works well for me
1988698
Yes, I only use it for saltwater fishing. I have caught king mackerel, spanish mackerel, jack carvalle, and many other saltwater fish using this reel.
366105
I would say you should be fine unless you plan on catching something above 20 or 30 pounds. I strictly bass fish and I have handle at least a 6 pounder with ease.
1727511
I used it for Striper and Blue fishing. It's average sized for Montauk fishing. I like it and it's a good reel for the price. I will warn you its a Penn reel but it's made in China.
2002960
200 yards of 10lb test line. This is not real large of a reel. It's good for bass, large catfish, stripers, drum, blues and spanish mackeral. It could also be used for surf fishing or pier fishing. If your catching fish from 5 to 12 lbs this is perfect size. But buy a better reel like the Penn Pursuit 4000.
480926
I think it's a great all around reel. Not heavy enough for extra heavy fish but great for what you're talking about.
1423238
yes, i've caught 30 lb gulf fish on it. All depends on how you angle, leave the drag loose so nothing snaps.
940326
Yes, a very nice and well built reel. We have three of these and they hold up very well.
7332
Yes, but it could also be used for stillfishing/live bait as well. if you prefer live bait fishing the Shimano Baitrunner series might be a good choice, or one of the Okuma baitfeeder reels (Avenger, Coronado or Epixor).
2199524
Sorry to say, but this is a strong reel meant for Marine Fishing. Put some strong line on it and go after the big fish !Keith S.
648384
I think you would be ok with it. I have never used one for walleye but I have never had any problems with it for bass fishing and I fish them a lot. Only problem I ever had was a bad handle and I just replaced it and was an easy fix. The drag is good and casts real smooth. I would use them for steelhead fishing in the rivers and think it would hold up just fine. I have fished the Black Max for northern largemouth bass in the state of Oregon for bass as big as 9lbs and use them in bass tournaments and again have had no problems other then one of my reels had a loose grip on the handle and I just replaced the handle for an easy fix. I hope this helps you out, good luck!
1842123
i personally would choose the 6925, ive paired my stcroix panfish series 6. 9" with this reel and its exceptionally balanced.
1141491
It is a pretty good reel at 130 feet for grouper and amberjacks I do not know if it could hold up to tuna. Let me know if it works. I am quite happy with it so far
1047089
No it is a standard reel for bass trout etc. Outstanding reel with the smoothest action I have ever used.
790407
I would have to say yes, especially if you use a 30 to 50# braid and a good floro leader. Happy Fishing!
301060
Thats what I bought it for and it works great. As with anything used in salt water, be sure to rinse it good with clean water at the end of the day. I have thrown lures as heavy as 7ozs. and the rod performs well.
285440
Not usually unless it is offered as a combo. It is a great rod for catching saltwater bait around oyster bars when you cannot throw a net. Pick up the smallest Daiwa reel you can find and put on 4 to 6lb line and you are set. Also the rod and reel combo is great for backpacking through the west. If you come across a creek catch a few grasshopper and use a small gold hook and you will have trout supper in no time. Mind the bears if you are cleaning, cooking near your camp. Good luck.