Kyle Brod Posted July 26, 2011 Posted July 26, 2011 Well i have a freshwater reel, and im wondering what the difference is with a saltwater reel. Could i use my reel in saltwater? Quote
Packard Posted July 26, 2011 Posted July 26, 2011 Saltwater reels are made of anti-corrosive material so the salt doesn't rust them out. You can use your freshwater reel but you have to rinse out all the saltwater. Quote
Kyle Brod Posted July 26, 2011 Author Posted July 26, 2011 thats what i thought, so it wouldnt hurt a saltwater reel in fresh water tho? Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted July 26, 2011 Super User Posted July 26, 2011 Many people do with no problems, me being primarily a salt water fisherman I like using the right equipment. Quote
Bassin_0502 Posted July 27, 2011 Posted July 27, 2011 Well i have a freshwater reel, and im wondering what the difference is with a saltwater reel. Could i use my reel in saltwater? Sure, you can...at least once! Seriously though, depends on the reel and the materials of construction. A high quality reel would probably be ok. Me, I prefer being sure and only use reels that I know can handle the salt. Going the other way is no problem. Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted July 28, 2011 Super User Posted July 28, 2011 There really is not a whole lot of difference between a cheap sw reel and a freshwater reel, both imo are not appropriate for long time use in the brine. There are factors to consider other than the just the reel. Inshore or offshore, bait or artificial, target species, rod, and whether we are talking casting or spinning gear. My motto......Never take a knife to a gunfight. Quote
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