Reel Size and Rod PE Goes Together?

[temeraire]

Just a newbie question here... Is it important to match a reel size to the PE of the rod we planning to use? For example, if we match a Caldia Kix 3500 to a PE 8 jigging rod, would that be too drastic?

Or is it a case of preference and adaptability?

Am pondering of this question because i currently have a PE 8 jigging rod and a 3500 Caldia Kix... I am of course, trying to avoid buying a new reel for the rod!

[shineshy]

Just a newbie question here... Is it important to match a reel size to the PE of the rod we planning to use? For example, if we match a Caldia Kix 3500 to a PE 8 jigging rod, would that be too drastic?

Or is it a case of preference and adaptability?

Am pondering of this question because i currently have a PE 8 jigging rod and a 3500 Caldia Kix... I am of course, trying to avoid buying a new reel for the rod!

I also a newbie..*smile*

wat line do u hv on Daiwa Caldia Kix 3500 ?

correct me if i'm wrong..I tot a PE 2-4 jigging rod would be more than enough. the max drag for the reel is 8kg.


*** anything over 30lbs braid line on the spool. would greatly reduce ur line cap in the first place.

[gmacorvick]

Bro if im using Ocea Jigger 4000 with xyoga 80lb braid, what the best rod for it? Sorry im a newbie.

[stickbom!]

Depends on what you intend to do with the reel buddy. Can consider the Shimano Triton Game 50lb (with guides)/Jig Wrex B526 or Blue Rose B60MD

[gmacorvick]

Thanks buddy..i might look into Blue Rose or Jigwrex

[stickbom!]

actually if you do more bottom fishing than jigging can seriously consider the triton... its a really strong bottom fishing stick but not as heavy as those xxh seeker/calstar custom pieces.

[gmacorvick]

I was looking into more jigging bud. And i hope to get a decent rod for it.