hello,
I would like to ask you what size of spinning reel would you use for jigging rod rated 300g.
My choice would be Shimano Saragosa or Quantum Cabo.
I would like to be able to handle AJ's.


Thank you

Although the question is off topic on a rod building forum i'll still chime in with a reply so that it may save you some money. I asked about the Sara on anohter board and was informed af a few problems with the reel and recieved the suggestion to look torwards the Spheros instead for a bdget layout. The ultimate reel for that 300g jigger would the Stella 20k or the 6500 expedition if your budget can stretch to it

I guess the Saragosa has a few bugs, considering it's supposed to be the upgraded version of the Spheros. The Spheros FB is certainly capable, but the Cabos and Bocas have also been pulling heavy duty all over since they were introduced. I think Mike Pedersen (Riley Rods) has some good feedback on the Quantums.

Jerry,
About three things are important in a spinning reel.
Smooth drag,
Smooth drag,
Smooth drag.

Smooth gears,
Smooth gears,
Smooth gears.

You can often find a reel that meets your needs very well for $10, or if you want to spread it out a bit, you can spend $800.

Is there a difference between the $10 and the $800 reel - yes, Maybe.
In the end, the thing that a fisherman needs is a smooth drag, smooth gears, nice feel, and the weight that you want for the reel.
In a spinning reel, you need bearings on each side of the reel, and bearings at each end of the spool This means 4 bearings. Any more than that- normally gives very little added performance to the reel. The one thing th at more bearings give the owner is an advertising advantage.

Buy the reel that works best for you to make you a better and happier fisherperson. If that means spending $10- spend it. If that means spending $1000 - spend it.

Enjoy and USE your choice.

A fishing rod and a reel is a Tool - to catch fish. Just like a hammer for a carpenter. The right hammer lets the carpenter build houses better and faster. The right rod and reel lets the fisherman catch more, and enjoy the catching more - for the quarry that he or she is after.

Take care
Roger

I've used a Cabo 60 on a 16oz rod. And I built my brother a 500g rod that he's using a Stradic 8000 on, works great for him in up to 800 ft of water.

Almost any reel will do the job
the issue is for how long
the stresses in deep jigging are high and cheaper reels just protest at the load sooner.
in general terms you gets what you pays for, reels, rods, blanks.

The Penn Slammer is very durable and can handle pretty much what ever you can through at it. I service many different types, most of which are made to self destruct. The Penn's have the least number of problems provided its serviced once in awhile and not drown during washing.

Phil