vinnimon Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 I watched the BC guys doing this for Salmon. I really dont hear of anyone on the great lakes doing this, trolling for salmon. I hear its fun to do, possibly fatiguing If its the same as a float reel including a drag systen, shoot why not try it. Only reason I am asking is because, Ive seen a few mooching reels at the local shop, at a reasonable price. I know they are a 1 to 1 ratio reel. But it would be fun to try anyway. Any expierenced input would be valued Good or bad Thanks in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 Would you need new rods to pair with the reels. The only reason I ask is because I saw a guy out on the lake this summer that I think was using mooching rods, but they were quite long, 10 feet plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miller Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 a buddy of mine picked one up a couple weeks ago, he paired it up with an 8' rigger rod with pretty good action. so far its only been christened with one small laker though. snapped a pic to show his boss who thought he was dumb for buying it lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted September 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 I will need new rods to go with it, thats a definite. Im just not sure as to which ones as of yet. I dont want to spend a ton of $ on a twin set up as of yet. The rods do need to be over ten feet long, it is a 1 to 1 ratio reel. The longer the rod the better. Any input as meantioned would be apreciated, no matter. Just another tactic to have on board just for the experience, thats all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted September 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 a buddy of mine picked one up a couple weeks ago, he paired it up with an 8' rigger rod with pretty good action. so far its only been christened with one small laker though. snapped a pic to show his boss who thought he was dumb for buying it lol Thanks Miller, but the reels im looking at are much bigger, for the sole purpose of catching a big runner sort of speak with fury in him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Vince, I have a mooching reel. You are welcome to it. PM me if you want it. Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Vince, I have a mooching reel. You are welcome to it. PM me if you want it. Simon There you go Vince! Once, again, the generosity of OFC members shine through! Nice one, Simon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted September 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Vince, I have a mooching reel. You are welcome to it. PM me if you want it. Simon A generous offer Simon And Frank yes this board is full of great gents, too many to down too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Thanks Miller, but the reels im looking at are much bigger, for the sole purpose of catching a big runner sort of speak with fury in him Most traditional mooching reels used on the left coast aren't large diameter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hookerdown Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I have been using an entry level Mooching reel for a few years now on Lake O. I have it set up on a 9ft rod (I think a Med Action). Ideally you want a longer rod to increase your leverage when fighting a fish, since you don't have a drag you can use. That being said, a lighter action rod is still fun. Fighting even a 10lb king is a blast on Mooching, the larger kings make for epic battles and sore arms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Been playing with a large arbor fly reel for a number of years out there. They pretty much do the same thing as long as you get one with a good dial drag. My first outfit was a Fenwick 9 wt glass flyrod matched up with a Shakespeare Beaulite reel (250 yards of 17 lb). It's fun for sure but you will loose a few more fish. Single action reels just won't keep up when a big king or bow runs towards the boat. I tend to run this set up a couple times a year out in the blue zone. I've got a Pflueger Trion 1978 now and it took a few bows this season on a 9.5ft 7 weight fly rod. I'm planning to take out my baitrunner reels that I use for Carp and see how they work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 KNUCKLE BUSTERS. I had one of the big ones and used in on Simcoe.You learn real fast why they call them knuckle busters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 At least you won't have to worry about fighting seals on your Mooching Reel in Lake "O". http://www.youtube.com/user/factsoffishing#p/u/76/VPJ7bnM_2PI Good luck buddy they're lots of fun to fish with.... Cheers, Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 is there a tactical advantage of mooching reels? Using a centerpin float reel i feel like i have an advantage over spinning tackle. while fighting a fish is more challenging, i definitely hook up with way more fish on the 'pin. i've attributed this to both how natural it makes my presentation, and the epic long runs i can make on large rivers. but if anything a mooching reel almost seems like nothing but an overpriced handicap. Can anyone enlighten me as to what, if any advantage using a mooching reel would provide? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishin jesus Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I have a brand new 420 abu garcia diplomat mooching reel thats never been used.if anyones interested, i'd let it go for cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 No advantage what so ever. Like I said definitely expect to loose more fish!! Just a different way to play a fish. 99% of the time I run my line counters when downrigging but usually have the light fly rod tucked in the rod locker for a change of pace. It is a hoot when the bows are up high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Vince, I have a mooching reel. You are welcome to it. PM me if you want it. Simon Vince, Here's the photos: BTW, the rod has been up in the rafters for a few years. It's 10' 6". Your's if you want/need it as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Thats the one I had.Great reel. You da man.Great offering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Good to know it's a decent reel Brian. I've never used it. And the rod has only seen the water twice more than 10 years ago. May as well go to a good fishing buddy eh?? Cheers, Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Good to know it's a decent reel Brian. I've never used it. And the rod has only seen the water twice more than 10 years ago. May as well go to a good fishing buddy eh?? Cheers, Simon Maybe, just maybe that's what Vince was after all along He wasn't asking for a trolling reel at all but to mooch a free reel from someone, anyone?!?!? Now, who's got a line counter reel they no longer use/need... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Maybe, just maybe that's what Vince was after all along He wasn't asking for a trolling reel at all but to mooch a free reel from someone, anyone?!?!? Now, who's got a line counter reel they no longer use/need... I have oil sands in Barrie, if your interested? Maybe you and Joe could split the cost. HEEHEE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anders Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 If no one steps up, i will gladly puchase any mooching rod/reel that anybody is selling or will to part with! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Canadian Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 A friend of mine loaned me the exact reel (see above post) on a Shimano TDR that I used when I was first learning to use Downriggers on Lake O. It was a hoot to get a big one on, but knuckle buster is right, and when you "palm" the reel for the drag it can take a layer of skin of your palm. (Hard to explain the "Rosy Palm" to the wife after going fishing on the lake ) Long story short, they work! But with a 1:1 ratio and no real "drag" system, if you are trolling in tight quarters with other boats, it is hard to control a 20lb plus salmon. I prefer a level wind with a higher gear ratio and a real drag system. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted September 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Thanks for your inputs guys I know what I may have to deal with, but the experience in itself will be rewarding. In mind not on the flesh/knuckles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted September 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thanks Simon, I will give it a go soon. And for you gbw, mooching is another members best talent on the water Not you or I. Thats for another board Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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