i need a new float reel but dont know what to get...help?

[norwichfishing1986]

Hello im looking to get a reel for float fishing., which one would you get or recommend. im looking to spend upto £40?

i would like a few options please
cheers
norwichfishing1986

[scottish_and_mental]

As far as im aware ive never seen a reel specifically designed for float fishing so i would suggest the only important criteria would be how good a reel you can find for your cash mate. I remember when i used to fish the lakes in Germany i used a shorter 9ft swing tip rod for bottom fishing and a 12ft rod for float fishing but always used the same reels.
spinning reels and specialist reels for carping are different due to line capacity and the amount of bearings but float fishing puts less strain on a reel than i reckon any other type of fishing ( even when trotting the float ).
Im sure some of the other lads n lasses will tell you their preferences or what to avoid :)

[norwichfishing1986]

cheers for the reply what reel would you get for upto £40?

[barbel master]

http://www.tedcarter.co.uk/product.p...at-reel-109046

saw these drennan float fishing reels in anglers mail the other week and they got a good review.

[Jolly Piscator]

Okuma's epix pro is a great reel, if I'm not using a centrepin I'll use my epr30m for all my float And light ledgering work . Comes with three spools which is nice . you should be able to find one for £40.

[scottish_and_mental]

Originally Posted by barbel master

http://www.tedcarter.co.uk/product.p...at-reel-109046

saw these drennan float fishing reels in anglers mail the other week and they got a good review.

See the new series 7 feeder reels are on ebay for 33 quid for an idea of what to expect ..and then shop around for the best deal mate.