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vertical versus horizontal mounted reels
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Its mounted like these Riffe vertical reels.
I find that they present a bit more resistance to swinging the gun sideways, although it may be all in my head.
The one thing I like better about them relates to the fact that I don't run the reel line through a line guide under the muzzle. When I shoot a fish and then head for the surface, the muzzle of the gun can be pointed up while the line runs off the spool toward the fish. With a horizontally mounted reel, if the gun isn't pointed at the fish, then the line has to take a 90 degree turn coming off of the reel.
Also, horizontal reels invariably have a line guide. If the spool were to lock up for some reason, then you might have to release the gun unless the fish is small enough so that you can overpower it. With the vertical reel, there is a chance you could just unwind line off of the side of the spool so you could make it to the surface.
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That's the kind of stuff I was hoping to learn. I would not of thought of that at my experience level.
Thank you Bill, I appreciate your input.
If anyone else would like to pass along some info, that would be great.
I'm sorry it took me so long to get back to the forum, I've been away from my computer for several days.
Thanks,
Slant
Thank you Bill, I appreciate your input.
If anyone else would like to pass along some info, that would be great.
I'm sorry it took me so long to get back to the forum, I've been away from my computer for several days.
Thanks,
Slant
Hi slant,
vertical or horizontal to me makes no difference at this point of time.
it used to but not anymore...and when i say it used to, i went for the lower profile i could get, after mounting it on the gun (for easy turning as mentioned earlier) i dont think it makes tha much difference...at leat not when the gun you(i mean anyone,.not YOU ) are trying to turn behaves like a lorry
but as i have learned and experienced, (at least on euro guns), what you need to worry is to get a decent reel that will do its job PROPERLY.
points to look for (at least this is my criteria)
1. Sturdy design. (parts wont take off when the travelling spear 'pulls' the components) some peopl ehave the reel loosened, some dont. im one of those that dont (at the moment on my current reel)
2. Easy to operate brakes (the knob should be designed so that its easy to operate with the glove on. also the brake system should not be affected by the reel turning - at least this is how i want mine-. there are several designs , some reels loosen the brakes when the spear pulls on them (some call it a 'Feature' of the reel...i dont think so....) if you have an easy brake knob that is not affected by the turning of the reel, i think thats the best....
3. the turning of the reel is not super free but at leat some tension is in place, at leat enough to not make a 'bird nest' -yes...it happens sometimes- just enough to control the unspooling of the line..... even cheap models have this, some expensinve one dont....
4. to have guides to keep the line 'within' the reel housing, to prevent the spirals from getting tangled on the reel itself.
5. PRICE
i have seen reels that are bascally plastic spools :rcard that also cost a bomb,(at that price i could buy another gun) but they are nothing but a plastic spool that costs a lot....that price is not justified at all , just the name on it makes them expensive !!!
vertical or horizontal to me makes no difference at this point of time.
it used to but not anymore...and when i say it used to, i went for the lower profile i could get, after mounting it on the gun (for easy turning as mentioned earlier) i dont think it makes tha much difference...at leat not when the gun you(i mean anyone,.not YOU ) are trying to turn behaves like a lorry
but as i have learned and experienced, (at least on euro guns), what you need to worry is to get a decent reel that will do its job PROPERLY.
points to look for (at least this is my criteria)
1. Sturdy design. (parts wont take off when the travelling spear 'pulls' the components) some peopl ehave the reel loosened, some dont. im one of those that dont (at the moment on my current reel)
2. Easy to operate brakes (the knob should be designed so that its easy to operate with the glove on. also the brake system should not be affected by the reel turning - at least this is how i want mine-. there are several designs , some reels loosen the brakes when the spear pulls on them (some call it a 'Feature' of the reel...i dont think so....) if you have an easy brake knob that is not affected by the turning of the reel, i think thats the best....
3. the turning of the reel is not super free but at leat some tension is in place, at leat enough to not make a 'bird nest' -yes...it happens sometimes- just enough to control the unspooling of the line..... even cheap models have this, some expensinve one dont....
4. to have guides to keep the line 'within' the reel housing, to prevent the spirals from getting tangled on the reel itself.
5. PRICE
i have seen reels that are bascally plastic spools :rcard that also cost a bomb,(at that price i could buy another gun) but they are nothing but a plastic spool that costs a lot....that price is not justified at all , just the name on it makes them expensive !!!
If you are spending time on the bottom, ie aspetto diving, a Horizontal Reel is a Plus. It will be less likely to scrape on the bottom with any swell or surge and will allow you do stay lower.
Here's a link to the Ulusub Reels.
www.ulusub.com
Here's a link to the Ulusub Reels.
www.ulusub.com
Thanks behslayer,
That could be a problem as I like to get low for hiding. Sometimes I drag my quick release that's on the handle on the bottom and that is disturbing.
Thanks for Ulusub link, looks like the spearguns of hand shaped surfboards. I love the craftsmanship of the products. I need to go to Bali for some surfing and spearing!
I see there are no USA distributors yet.
Slant
That could be a problem as I like to get low for hiding. Sometimes I drag my quick release that's on the handle on the bottom and that is disturbing.
Thanks for Ulusub link, looks like the spearguns of hand shaped surfboards. I love the craftsmanship of the products. I need to go to Bali for some surfing and spearing!
I see there are no USA distributors yet.
Slant
Hi Slant,
I'd take that quick release off, and use a simple Kevlar or Dyneema Rope loop. Tuna Clips or other metal things hanging off of the bottom of a handle will usually scrape a rock or reef just as your prize was about to wander right in front of you..
We do have a US Distributor now and we will have our first shipments of Guns and Reels arriving in the Spring.
I'd take that quick release off, and use a simple Kevlar or Dyneema Rope loop. Tuna Clips or other metal things hanging off of the bottom of a handle will usually scrape a rock or reef just as your prize was about to wander right in front of you..
We do have a US Distributor now and we will have our first shipments of Guns and Reels arriving in the Spring.
Thanks Behslayer, I appreciate your input.
I have hit a rock or two before with that clip. I haven't missed a shot yet because of it but I'm sure I will if I leave it on. I hear it when it hits, so I know the fish hear it too. I only use the clip when I go bluewater and put a bouy on it. I will take it off and use a line loop like you suggested.
I still haven't gotten a reel, but I have a better idea of what I want now. Thanks all!
Behslayer, When in the Spring, Spring starts next month? Please post the US distributor on the Ulusub site so I can get more info. Thanks
Slant
I have hit a rock or two before with that clip. I haven't missed a shot yet because of it but I'm sure I will if I leave it on. I hear it when it hits, so I know the fish hear it too. I only use the clip when I go bluewater and put a bouy on it. I will take it off and use a line loop like you suggested.
I still haven't gotten a reel, but I have a better idea of what I want now. Thanks all!
Behslayer, When in the Spring, Spring starts next month? Please post the US distributor on the Ulusub site so I can get more info. Thanks
Slant
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