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Gear Ratios (REELS) which is best for Popping

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Scott Schrapel:
Hi Guys,

I am only new hear. I am looking at purchasing my first GT Popping reel. I will be buying a Saltiga of some sort. I have been having a few issues on deciding on which reel I should go for. I am leaning towards the Dogfight with the gear ratio of 6.2. The S-EX 6500 have a gear ratio of 4.3. Do you loose the torque & power with the higher ratio??? Should I use the high gear or low gear option??? What do you use & how do you find it for all round performance?? If any one has new or near new reels they want to depart with let me know as  am more than happy to accept all offers & options. Look forward to you mixed responses & much needed advice.

Also one more question.

Is the S-EX 6500 Maverick the new improved replacement of the Dogfight???

Cheers Scott.

Jon Li:
Hi Scott ,

The higher geared ratio is better suited for popping rather than the lower geared ratio , IMHO . In the case of Saltiga then it has to be the Dog Fight rather than the Expedition/Maverick .  :o

On another note , rumours are new model Saltiga is due to be released so it may pay to wait for it .  ??? 

Jon .

Scott Schrapel:
Thank you Jon.

Appreciate your feed back. Dose any one have any information on the new model Saltiga`s. Or any release dates? My next popping holiday will be February 2011 so I have some time up my sleeve. But at the same time I don’t know if I can wait that long.

Cheers,

Jon Li:
Hi Scott ,

Check this Singapore forum : http://www.fishingouting.com/forums/f14/new-saltiga-3891/

Jon .

Mark Gwynne:
Can you post those pics please? I have to register on that site otherwise.

If I like the look of it I may have a Saltiga expedition for sale!!

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