Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 Looking into purchasing a td-ito 103hl '6:3:1 23" ipt' or a zillion 100shla '7:1:1 30" ipt' I really like the look of the ito can anyone give me some thoughts on it. Looks like a killer reel. The 23" ipt seems low for that gear ratio though. Quote
guitarkid Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 I found this, I'm not sure if its the same reel though. http://tackletour.com/reviewtdzito.html -gk Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 Yes, that's the one. I've read that already but thanks for your help. It's an 8yr old reel so I'm just wondering if it's still as great these many years later. Plus the low ipt scares me. That seems more suited for crankbaits not everyday fishing. Quote
THE_Vue's Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 i want one of those td-ito's but the mint ones are rare to find. those mint td-ito goes for alot of dough for the lefty not sure about the righty's Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 An 8 year old quality reel should have lots of life left if it's been cared for. 23 IPT is on the low side, but the small light spool is what makes this a great finesse reel. It would't be the best choice for deep cranking. The Zillion is obviously faster but probably not as efficient throwing the lightest of baits. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 To be honest I'm not much into finesse fishing. So maybe I should look at the zillion more. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 I've got a JDM Zillion 7.1:1 I might be coaxed into letting go. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 Lefty Francho? Price that might coax you lol Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 To be honest I'm not much into finesse fishing. So maybe I should look at the zillion more. Sounds like the Zillion is the way for you to go. Not the lightest reel out there, but their weight never bothers me. Nice solid reels. One of my longest ever casts was with a Zillion 50th Anniversary, 12# Elite, 3/4 oz. spinnerbait and a Zillion Flip & Pitch rod...7'6" Heavy. Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 Lefty Francho? Price that might coax you lol Yeah. Let's see it. Unfortunately I would probably have to pass anyway. Spent more than I should have over the winter. But I can always dream! Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 That was my first choice then I saw the td-ito and like the bright color combo and the weight. I agree on the right rod such as a 7'6 H the heavier reel is way better. I prefer it in stouter rods personally. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 Lefty Francho? Price that might coax you lol It's a lefty. It also has fancy hypalon knobs with bearings, Carbontex drag, let me think a bit on price. It isn't nearly as outrageous as a TD-Ito, lol. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 Sounds good sir just let me know. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 I'll PM you pics and price later when I get home. Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 I've got an Alphas ito (the one with clear coat over the frame & the plastic side cover), a Purple Alphas, a TD-Z 105HL and a TD-Z 103ML, but would love to add the TD-ito 103HL. Love the looks of the reel. Beyond my budget, tho. Just because the previously mentioned reels can be used for finesse doesn't mean that is all you can use them for. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 I've got an Alphas ito (the one with clear coat over the frame & the plastic side cover), a Purple Alphas, a TD-Z 105HL and a TD-Z 103ML, but would love to add the TD-ito 103HL. Love the looks of the reel. Beyond my budget, tho. Just because the previously mentioned reels can be used for finesse doesn't mean that is all you can use them for.I understand that but 23ipt is low to me. I'd rather be around 28-31 Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 6, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 6, 2013 I'll PM you pics and price later when I get home. Sounds good. You have the factory knobs still? I don't care for those ball shaped ones. You could keep them if you wanted. Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted June 6, 2013 Super User Posted June 6, 2013 You should be able to upgrade the gear ratio of the ITO 103 to a 6.3:1 ratio to make it an all purpose reel. 1 Quote
dam0007 Posted June 8, 2013 Posted June 8, 2013 http://wap.ebay.com/Pages/ViewItem.aspx?emvAD=342x521&aid=321137301484&emvcc=0&nbcol=0|null Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted June 8, 2013 Author Super User Posted June 8, 2013 http://wap.ebay.com/Pages/ViewItem.aspx?emvAD=342x521&aid=321137301484&emvcc=0&nbcol=0|nullThat link takes me to ebays home page. No clue what you're trying to show me. Quote
dam0007 Posted June 8, 2013 Posted June 8, 2013 Auction expired they reposted it http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?index=0&sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=321137301484 Quote
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