Which CARANX KAIBUTSU are u interested in? I have the long cast & I like it, but I've used better rods in similar price range.
-Xzoga Taka-Pi 7525 is a very good all around rod (GT, Tuna,....) max drag is 10 Kgs.
Now for reels, it really depends on your budget, I would say any Shimano Stella SW8000, SW10000, SW18000, SW20000 will do the job perfectly, But if you are looking for a good quality heavy duty reel with only half the price of Shimano, Daiwa or Accurate prices take a look at this:
Tufftackle - Diablo 9000 Series 3
http://www.sportfishingscene.com.au/products-page/reels/tufftackle---diablo-9000-series-3/http://www.tufftackle.com.au/id1.htmlI heard good things about this reel. its made of Japanese parts assembled in Australia.
