Are 2 speed TLD's really worth the xtra $'s?

[Tony_N]

At almost twice the price I wonder if two speeds are worth it?
I think I have almost answered my own question ie if you can afford it, go for it. the Treasurer says I can't afford the extra.

So, for a single speed, do I need to go to a 25 for 15kg line (for trolling) or is it OK to put 15kg on a 20?

Thanks

Tony

[NeilD]

TLD 30 2 speeds have a slightly better drag area and weigh a lot more . For trolling with mono I would stick with a TLD 25. If float lining mono or bottom bouncing with braid the TLD 20 feels better balanced to me.

Cheers Neil

[banshee]

G'Day Tony,next time your in Suffolks go to the last rod rack and check out the 2nd hand 20 2 speed,excelent condition,fully spooled on a penn international rod,been there a while they might be ready to negotiate.

[Tony_N]

Thanks NeilD and banshee.

Neil - I have a Charter Special for bottom bouncing and I am very happy with it. I am about to get a 6500 baitrunner for float lining, and have a Daiwa Emblem Pro on a spin rod. Just need to have a trolling outfit now. Sold my river boat yesterday, so money burning a hole in my pocket.

banshee - I will check out Suffolks - but at the moment there is a large tackle store in coffs selling spooled TLD combos for $299. I would prefer to shop locally so I will give it a serious look - thanks for the tip.

Did the club go out today? I fished the Ballina south wall this morning (no luck) There was a fairly brisk S-westerly blowing , the bar was nice and flat, but the horizon looked very joggly.