Anthony Sanchez I have 3 on 3 off for the 8” hudd which is almost 5 ounces, I may be able to get away with 2 on honestly. But this reel is definitely one of my favorites
I never understood why bass fisherman need 300-400 size reel. Bass doesn’t fight or run, just dead weight. We catch 40” Red Drum fish here in the south with 150 size baitcaster reels.
It’s only the swimbait fishermen. I’ll tell you exactly why. 300 size reel offers the line capacity for 20-30lb mono for long casts while using 3-10 ounce swimbaits. A normal 100 size reel would not have nearly enough line for a cast on a 8 ft rod and big swimbait. It’s not about the fish running. Also the 300 sized reels are designed to cast 3-10 ounce lures that we are using, without wearing down the breaks like a 100 size would. Contact shimano if you think otherwise. There are also larger gears for wenching in the select caliber of bass we are targeting. If you were to set the hook into a bass while using a big swimbait and 100 size reel, you will bend the frame, and the drag would easily slip and gears would break. Trying throwing a 6oz weight on your 150 sized reel and 20lb mono and you tell me if you feel underpowered or not :)
We dont use it cuz they fight the hardest dude its called a “swimbait reel” ment for big swimbaits and ment to hold alot if heavy line (also) for the swimbait. U go try to use ur regular size reel on a 8 inch hudd or up to a deps250 or bigger and fish it for a month and get back to me
Depends what part of the country you're fishing Bass and what species. Giant Largemouth south n west. Smallies fight hard. ..And if you've ever caught a hybrid striper I promise you need every bit of a 300 400 size.
Can you please tell me is it okay to put this reel on Westin w3 40-130 gram rod (1.5oz-4.5oz) ? What are the down size lures that Tranx 301 can cast? Like Super Shad Rap weighing 45 grams,will it throw it normally or its to big reel? And its okay to spool it with 40/50 pound braid? Wanna use it for pike lures in that range the rod is...Thx...
Dillingham M.I. I keep it simple with the blood knot because its so fast and easy to tie on the water. I’ve tried the FG and all the other viral connection knots, but they’re all hype in my opinion 😂
McClovinFishing haha have to had any break offs with that knot? I’m looking for a easy simple but strong knot to tie. Have had to mainly other break offs with the other knot I tie.
Dillingham M.I. It’s so easy and strong- I have never had a problem with it and it really isn’t all that big of a knot either. I’m able to throw 5 oz baits, backlash and have it hold up. I can also re-tie in a minute, so give it a try 👍
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When you cast turn the reel to the side. that way you keep the momentum, you will cast further.
Anthony Sanchez Thanks for the reminder! I know better to be doing this, but for some reason lost all technique trying the tranx out 🤦♂️😂
The tranx has a lot of braking. On my 400 I have two brakes on when casting with 1 oz jig heads. And it just launched those lures. Love the Tranx!
Anthony Sanchez I have 3 on 3 off for the 8” hudd which is almost 5 ounces, I may be able to get away with 2 on honestly. But this reel is definitely one of my favorites
Ive heard the 806 is a much better glide and hard swimbait rod and doesn’t like heavy soft swims like the hudds. What weight was that hudd?
I never understood why bass fisherman need 300-400 size reel. Bass doesn’t fight or run, just dead weight. We catch 40” Red Drum fish here in the south with 150 size baitcaster reels.
It’s only the swimbait fishermen. I’ll tell you exactly why. 300 size reel offers the line capacity for 20-30lb mono for long casts while using 3-10 ounce swimbaits. A normal 100 size reel would not have nearly enough line for a cast on a 8 ft rod and big swimbait. It’s not about the fish running. Also the 300 sized reels are designed to cast 3-10 ounce lures that we are using, without wearing down the breaks like a 100 size would. Contact shimano if you think otherwise. There are also larger gears for wenching in the select caliber of bass we are targeting. If you were to set the hook into a bass while using a big swimbait and 100 size reel, you will bend the frame, and the drag would easily slip and gears would break. Trying throwing a 6oz weight on your 150 sized reel and 20lb mono and you tell me if you feel underpowered or not :)
We dont use it cuz they fight the hardest dude its called a “swimbait reel” ment for big swimbaits and ment to hold alot if heavy line (also) for the swimbait. U go try to use ur regular size reel on a 8 inch hudd or up to a deps250 or bigger and fish it for a month and get back to me
Try to throw 6+ ounces, 18,20, 25 and even 30lb mono or fluorocarbon line on a 150 reel for 6+hrs. Bet it will blow up.
Depends what part of the country you're fishing Bass and what species. Giant Largemouth south n west. Smallies fight hard. ..And if you've ever caught a hybrid striper I promise you need every bit of a 300 400 size.
landlocked striper as well. I caught a 44lb lake record on a 300 tranx. that fish would’ve gassed a 150 reel any day
Tell me please: how much real 65 lb power pro line capacity 300 size?
tough to say depending on the reel. The tranx 300 can hold 125 yards of 65lb power pro braid.
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Can you please tell me is it okay to put this reel on Westin w3 40-130 gram rod (1.5oz-4.5oz) ? What are the down size lures that Tranx 301 can cast? Like Super Shad Rap weighing 45 grams,will it throw it normally or its to big reel? And its okay to spool it with 40/50 pound braid? Wanna use it for pike lures in that range the rod is...Thx...
I really want to get one of these for this st croix inshore 10-20 pound test casting rod and I was wondering if it would fit well
What’s the model/rod length and action? And what species do you target out of curiosity
McClovinFishing ohh it’s a 7 ft st croix mojo inshore and I think I’m going to put a daiwa costal 200 on it. Also I use it for striper in the sf bay
Is 200 size good to use swimbaits like 50 to 60 grams???? If so which gear ratio is perfect for this application
Good video but it looks like your overloading that rod throwing the hudd...
Dobyns rates this rod up to 8oz, but I agree with you. It can manage it, however I think they way over-rated the rod so now I’m using daiwa DXSB XXH
Awesome! 👏👏
I'm going to get one..
they’re great reels man! enjoy
I have one and use it for muskie fishing buy one they are amazing.
What river and area?
Do you think that reel is pretty low profile
So the 301 version is left woven?
yes it’s the left handed version when it ends in 1
Is that the FR 795SB?
806
Nice video buddy
how it feel? My hands are small. I worry it is too big for me
it feels great! Pretty small for a swimbait real, I guarantee you’ll love it
I have 2 400s and love mine on 806 and 807 dobyns
The tranx is a beast, right!!?
Nice reel what’s the gear ratio ?
5.3.1 gear ratio, so on the slower side
Shimanos are awesome reels!
Yes they are! I trust them for every application 👍
Does anyone know what the little open/close switch does on the bottom part of the reel?
when it’s “open” you can twist the reel cover off to access the internal brakes
does the tension knob on the reel click?
Elias Nordin Sadly it doesn’t click, but I believe most shimanos (or at least the ones I own) don’t click
No break offs on braid?
Never. 80lb braid doesn’t snap off like lighter braids and a 25lb mono leader helps with some of that absorption if I ever backlash
I use to spend more on reels then rods then came NRX
What size rod is that
Dobyns Fury 806
Quanto custa uma dessas no seu país? Sucessos ai.
"I can't see 10' in front of me." Video shows trees 250' away clear as day.
Listen here Richard, have you ever heard of an exaggeration? 🤦♂️
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Im guessing he dont do TH-cam nome more
80 pound braid to big my boy in my opinion max 60 max 4
What leader knot do you tie?
Dillingham M.I. I keep it simple with the blood knot because its so fast and easy to tie on the water. I’ve tried the FG and all the other viral connection knots, but they’re all hype in my opinion 😂
McClovinFishing haha have to had any break offs with that knot? I’m looking for a easy simple but strong knot to tie. Have had to mainly other break offs with the other knot I tie.
Dillingham M.I. It’s so easy and strong- I have never had a problem with it and it really isn’t all that big of a knot either. I’m able to throw 5 oz baits, backlash and have it hold up. I can also re-tie in a minute, so give it a try 👍
Dillingham M.I. th-cam.com/video/XKn9Pgl1sYI/w-d-xo.html
this video should help, the knot tying starts at minute 3:55
McClovinFishing thanks man! I’m enjoying your channel, loved your Huddleston modifications.
You say tranx? Interesting, I say tranx.
it’s definitely pronounced tranx 😕🤕
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Team Wild Card Fishing Thanks man! I’ll check you guys out 👍