Hi everyone,
I just spotted an offer on Daiwa Fuego LT 4000 DCXH (99 cm retrieve per crank, ~230 g, 12 kg drag, 6.2:1 ratio) and I’m thinking of pairing it with the Shimano Nexave 8’10” M (2.69 m, 7–35 g, moderate-fast action).
I’m based in Spain, and my fishing is pretty mixed throughout the year:
Freshwater: rivers, lakes and reservoirs (bass, perch, pike).
Saltwater: rías, rocky shores, beaches, harbors, and occasionally from a boat (targeting sea bass, bluefish, mackerel, etc.).
Lures I normally use: topwaters, minnows, crankbaits, soft plastics, jigs (and maybe occasional eging for squid/cuttlefish).
My goal is to find a versatile spinning combo that balances well:
The Nexave M (7–35 g) covers a good lure range.
The Fuego LT 4000 is light and smooth, but I’m wondering if it might be slightly oversized for this rod.
Posted by Bmatiq
1 Comment
Considering the diverse fishing scenarios you intend to cover with a single combo, it’s nearly impossible to define the specs of one that would be great in all so, it would have to be a compromise for some. It seems to me that the rod is a bit too long for most of the time unless you need maximum casting distance and you fish saltwater from the bank a lot.
And yes, the reel might also be a bit too big and would add weight without any extra benefit. A 3000 size would do the job nicely.