2000 or 3000 reel for finesse fishing

[dtag31]

Hi Everyone, 

Looking to pick up a new rod and reel for some finesse fishing (I throw a lot of texas rigged drop shots that I drag through cover and ned rigs for more open rock). In the middle of the summer the deepest I fish my lake is 15 feet, since the water is extremely dirty they don't move out much past that. So what are your thoughts on a 2000 vs 3000 reel. I plan to run 10lb braid to a fluoro leader. Thinking the 2000 would be plenty and allow me to save on weight, but I wanted to check with you guys to make sure I wasn't missing something major. 

Thanks!

[TBAG]

I prefer smaller 1000 or 2000 reel for my finesse presentations.

[islandbass]

2000/2500 is fine for most situations. If I had to fish super deep, I would consider the 3000. If it is feasible, I prefer more line than less, because I like to account for forced break-offs. It is better to have and not need than to need and not have.

[Happybeerbuzz]

3000 is my preferred.  It’s heavier but the larger diameter spool gives me fewer line issues.  

[J Francho]

I prefer Shimano's 2500 size.  Same as the 3000, just shallower.

[OkobojiEagle]

I would choose the size that balances the rod better.

 

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[Timberwolf530]

If I'm going to fish a spinning reel all day, I want the smallest, lightest one I can get my hands on (and still afford). I have small hands, so bigger reels tend to cause hand cramps for me.  Not all manufactures sizes are the same for the series number.  Diawa's new Tatula LT reels for example, are smaller than most other brands with comparable numbers.  In fact, I believe the only difference between the 1000 and 2000 is spool capacity.  I'm pretty sure the body is the same size.  Since there is no standardization, I would recommend going to your local tackle store to see which feels best to you.  Just FYI, I just got a Tatula 2000 within the last month, and I'm lovin it so far.

[Hammer 4]

I've always used a size 2500.

[The Fisher]

I use a Daiwa Tatula LT and prefer the 2000 for 1/16 finesse fishing

[webertime]

The 3000s larger diameter spool helps reduce coils when using fluoro.  I believe the larger spool also might help with casting distance.  Weight/balance should be the same as a 2500 size.

[JustJames]

I was in the market for new spinning reel, mostly Ultralight for panfish and finesse for bass bass. I also checked all sizes and weight between comfortable and line management. The one I looked at was 1000D, 2000D and 2000S. I end up with 1000 daiwa Legalis LT 5.2 gear ratio, since the reel I really want was Exceler 2000S but have to order from Chinese and only come in high speed reel. My thought was the 1000 size have enough line capacity for 10lb braid(my main line), 1000 and 2000 got the same max drag, same weight, might even be the same frame. If that true I might get 2000 size spare spool just to use with mono.

BTW i sold my hardly used 8+oz Symetre 2500 FL for 6.4oz Legalis 1000D (should be here tomorrow).

Check out LT series from Daiwa or Stradic ci4 from shimano. If your budget is high Tatula LT 2000, 2500 or even 3000 would be nice. I might end up with one of tatula too.

[Yumeya]

I like 1000 for ice fishing, but you can use a 1000 for bass without any problems.

 

I prefer 2500 shimano and 3000 daiwa.

[813basstard]

2500.

May also consider no leader if the water is that dirty. 

Probably pilot error on my part, but I’ve had issue with leaders holding on to light braid tight and effectively. 

 

[Fishes in trees]

As I've gotten older, almost all of the reels that make the traveling team are 1000 size - mostly because of the weight issue.  If I'm fishing braid around gnarly places, I crank down on the drag.  I like my reels to have an anti-reverse switch.  I have a Shimano Nasci that is a great reel, but doesn't have the anti=reverse switch, so it doesn't see much action.

I still believe that the 3000 size reels handle fluorocarbon better, but with all the other considerations, the 1000 size Shimano & Pfluegers handle 6 or 8 lb fluorocarbon good enough for me.  I have a number of 3000 and 2000 size reels that I use for borrowers reels.

[browne762]

I also use mostly 1000 sized reels. They have held plenty of line for everything I have fished over the last few years. I know the max drag is less then the larger sizes, but I have yet to max out drag on any reel.

[deadadrift89]

Shimano 2500

Pflueger  3000

Line diameter/capacity similar but size numbers can vary across some manufactures 

 

[Smelter96]

+1 for a 1000 size Shimano

[NHBull]

2500 is probably the most versatile 

Ci4 =heaven 

[Hulkster]

if you are looking at shimano spinners, the 2500 and 3000 reels are identical except:

 

1. the spool is deeper on the 3000

2. the 3000 has the T bar handle which i like much more (more to grip). 

 

More knob to grip is always better, or so my wife says...

 

So I would go with the 3000 size if Shimano's are your game. 

[JustJames]

Got to fish with Daiwa legalis 1000LT last night. Caught one bass and few crappies. I think my friend has 6lb mono line on it. It felt pretty nice, light and way smoother than my Sahara 750, it got plenty of drag to handle regular size bass. I’m glad I made the right decision.

[jakkbauer]

1000

[Darren.]

I'm in the 1000 size, but for all my bass fishing, LOL.

Size doesn't matter to me. Good drag and a balanced setup

rule the roost.

 

I have a 3000 size reel and it's ok, just not my favorite in

terms of weight. Balances tip-heavy rods well, though.

 

Interestingly, many of the newer reels in 2500-3000 size,

especially Shimano, are smaller and lighter than in years

past. So they are obviously an option.

[MN Fisher]

For finesse work, I switch between my Pres-25 (slightly smaller than a 1000 but bigger than a 500) and my Avocet RZ-2000

[dtag31]

thank you everyone for all of the helpful contributions, some great reading!