Daiwa Saltiga Conventional Saltwater Reel SA30

Pros: Superb drag, top overall quality, smooth retrieve and super reliable

Cons: Expensive

The Bottom Line: Best reel for those who can afford it as a general purpose offshore reel.

Review: I finally bit the bullet and got the Saltiga SA30 conventional reel. In Asia it is more commonly known as a conventional jigging reel, which are used for jigging and high speed retrieving heavy metal slabs and diamond jigs for offshore fish. I got it ...

Pros: Machined frame and sideplates. 6 BB. Oversized handle. Excellent freespool. 5.4:1 gear ratio.

Cons: No clicker.

The Bottom Line: This is a great stripper/blues/inshore reel with solid construction and awesome handling.

Review: I now own the Saltiga 30, 40 and 50, and love them all! Daiwa came up with a winner when they developed these reels. Solid machined aluminum frames AND sides; heavy duty reel handles with oversized ball bearing grips; balanced aluminum anodized spools; ...

Pros: Light, fast, strong, beautifully made and will last you a lifetime.

Cons: None and will outwork Shimanos and Penns all day.

Review: I have two Saltiga 30's. They will cope with just about anything you can throw at them and are the best quality reels in this class - bar none. Forget the lack of a clicker - you don't need remote control & you should be watching your rod! Forget Shimano ...