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Extreme Jigging: Dogtooth Tuna, Yellowtail Kingfish (Hiramasa), Amberjack, Samson Fish => Tackle & Techniques => Topic started by: Darren Cook on February 15, 2013, 03:40:08 PM

Title: ATC Hydromac Lever Drag Overhead jigging reels.
Post by: Darren Cook on February 15, 2013, 03:40:08 PM
These are pretty new on the market and very cheap.

Just wondering if anyones played with one and what were your thoughts.

Thinking of grabbing a small one for ultralight jigging.

http://www.atcrods.com/index.php/products/reels/overhead/atc-hydromac-lever-drag-overhead-jigging-reels/

Hope it's ok to post the link...
Title: Re: ATC Hydromac Lever Drag Overhead jigging reels.
Post by: David Noble on February 15, 2013, 03:49:20 PM
Did Jigging Master ever do the PE2 reel they were talking about. That would be a nice toy...
Dont know anything about these Darren.  What about a Saltiga Z20 or 30?

Hope all is well, how is the Brunswick bar these days?

Cheers Dave
Title: Re: ATC Hydromac Lever Drag Overhead jigging reels.
Post by: Darren Cook on February 15, 2013, 03:52:49 PM
Hi Dave,
           a Z20 would be lovely thanks.

I avoid the Bruns bar these days mate, I have a key for beach launching across the road ;)
Nice for after work sessions
Title: Re: ATC Hydromac Lever Drag Overhead jigging reels.
Post by: Darren Cook on February 21, 2013, 06:34:54 PM
When I mentioned to the guy in the shop that was selling these puppies that I was looking for a light jigger he said, "Orr, i wouldn't use them for jigging, dont think the gears would handle it".

So I'm confused as to its title.

Back to the drawing board.