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Have any of you folks tried any of the new Shimano Spinning
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<blockquote data-quote="Shimanoman" data-source="post: 36509" data-attributes="member: 205"><p>BigUn;-IMHO you will never do away with "LineTwist". Having said that, Shimano & Diawa have modified, as much as possible I believe, the "dreaded line twist" by increasing the diameter of the line roller and changing its angle relative to the spool. I have been using Shimano tackle (FX-Stella)for over 20 years and have never had a serious problem with any of my reels. I have, however,switched from monofilament and flurocarbon lines to the "superlines" Fireline and PowerPro on all of my spinning reels because their limpness even further mitigates the effects of line twist. If I need help with spooky, lineshy fish,I will use a leader of mono or fluro. If you are thinking to invest in a reel which is not priced for "old, retired hillbillies on a pension". Treat it as just that,- an investment in your personal pleasure which, with proper care,will serve you for the rest of your life. I agree with BIG_DAVE_E that Shimano's customer service is "second to none". Good luck with your new reel!!! Regards;-Shimanoman</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Shimanoman, post: 36509, member: 205"] BigUn;-IMHO you will never do away with "LineTwist". Having said that, Shimano & Diawa have modified, as much as possible I believe, the "dreaded line twist" by increasing the diameter of the line roller and changing its angle relative to the spool. I have been using Shimano tackle (FX-Stella)for over 20 years and have never had a serious problem with any of my reels. I have, however,switched from monofilament and flurocarbon lines to the "superlines" Fireline and PowerPro on all of my spinning reels because their limpness even further mitigates the effects of line twist. If I need help with spooky, lineshy fish,I will use a leader of mono or fluro. If you are thinking to invest in a reel which is not priced for "old, retired hillbillies on a pension". Treat it as just that,- an investment in your personal pleasure which, with proper care,will serve you for the rest of your life. I agree with BIG_DAVE_E that Shimano's customer service is "second to none". Good luck with your new reel!!! Regards;-Shimanoman [/QUOTE]
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Have any of you folks tried any of the new Shimano Spinning
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