Looking for suggestions of of shore fishing gear

[darter]

Getting back into fishing after years of not doing much,will give the regular beach and estuary fishing a miss and move on to going on to a few off shore charter boat trips. So looking to get some sort of larger bait runner reel and matching rod, around 5.5 to 7 ft long.

This is something like what I am thinking of for a reel.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Shimano-B...3D271867702722


Any thoughts or suggestions of gear that might suit and where to buy-I'd like to buy both items from same place if possible.

Thanks

[airlock]

It all depends on where you're fishing and you're fishing for.
without knowing this all i can give you is a rough suggestion, starting out again, finding fishing ground and choosing what you like to fish for i'd be looking at the Shimano 6000/8000 baitrunner OC with a 6.6-7ft ugly stick 6-10 or 10-15kg, a combo like this will cost less then the reel you linked and be capable for most situation. If you were Looking to fish deeper water, say 50+ then a larger reel with a higher retrieval speed and spool size would suit.

[robfish 1]

As airlock suggests, the OC or D series baitrunners would be a way better option. Personally, I feel they're more robust for sustained battles with bigger species. The big baitrunner you first suggested, is more a distance casting reel designed for long-range surf casting. I'd assume you'll be dropping baits or plastics, rather than casting to the horizon!
Matched up with a 6 to 6'6" ugly stick, the OC or D series would be a far better, (and cheaper) option. Although, if you really like the CI4 bodies, have a look at the Shimano Thunnus. Lovely reels.

[Khunaus]

i have been looking for something similar to use around the wider bay / beacons and to use offshore as the biggest decent gear i have is around 8kg. I was looking as some fin nor reels though based on the above i looked at a few web sites and found a Baitrunner 8000D + Shimano Triton Spin Rod - 7', 8-15KG can be had for $189. not too sure on the rod in this package but assume it is ok for the job as it is part of a combo? perhaps airlock or robfish would know better.

[darter]

thanks I will go check out the shimano reel that has been suggested,sounds like its most suitable.

[robfish 1]

Hi Khunaus! I feel that combo would be a great starting point - and will last you for many years. Yes, you can spend a whole lot more, and have all the bells and whistles and bling, but I honestly don't know if all that's really necessary! I use a smaller version (4000 OC with a 7ft, 4-6kg rod),down here for snapper and gummies. I don't need the extra strength or capacity that the 8000 combo affords, as we only fish in waters up to 25m - more often far less. I've owned the 4000 OC,(a cheaper version than the D series), since they were released some years ago, and with a splash of freshwater after each trip, and a yearly lubing, it still looks like it just came off the shelf. The triton series rods have an integrated solid tip if I remember correctly, so are forgiving when working a bait or soft plastic, but have loads of power down low. However, if your work is primarily vertical dropping, I'd see if you can't exchange the rod for a 6 or 6'6" version - they're far easier to pump and wind, but if casting and trolling is involved, stick with the 7 footer.

[darter]

what about something like this reel

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Shimano-B...25.m3641.l6368

[littlejim]

From a boat a baitcaster reel is easy to use and takes line twist out of the equation. Still have to thumb the reel for when it hits the bottom.

[robfish 1]

what about something like this reel

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Shimano-B...25.m3641.l6368

Excellent reel, darter! Plenty of capacity, robust and with the baitrunner feature, ideal for floating baits down a berley trail.

[darter]

thanks for help robfish1