what is the max drag for this reel?
2084532
After checking the box and instructions where nothing was stated about max drag. I checked daiwa's site and it says max drag is 19.8. Not sure if that is in lbs or kilos or what. I have slowed and stopped dread several fish that were pulling well over 20lbs worth. http://www.daiwa.com/reel/detail.aspx?id=605That is the link to the page where it shows a better break down on the specs.
1169469
It has a drag on the bottom. It actually way nice because you can hit it with your thumb while you are reeling. It is all on bottom of the reel
271738
SpecificationsModel Bearings Capacity Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Maximum Drag WeightABF-20a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 190/4, 110/6, 90/8 5.0:1 25 inches 8 pounds 8.8 ouncesABF-30a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 330/6, 260/8, 180/10 5.0:1 27 inches 12 pounds 11.8 ouncesABF-40a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 410/8, 290/10, 260/12 4.5:1 28 inches 14 pounds 16.3 ouncesABF-50a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 440/10, 390/12, 280/15 4.5:1 31 inches 17 pounds 17.3 ouncesABF-65a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 540/12, 390/15, 320/20 4.5:1 36 inches 22 pounds 27.4 ouncesABF-90a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 590/20, 440/25, 330/30 4.5:1 40 inches 22 pounds 27.6 ounces SpecificationsModel Bearings Capacity Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Maximum Drag WeightABF-20a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 190/4, 110/6, 90/8 5.0:1 25 inches 8 pounds 8.8 ouncesABF-30a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 330/6, 260/8, 180/10 5.0:1 27 inches 12 pounds 11.8 ouncesABF-40a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 410/8, 290/10, 260/12 4.5:1 28 inches 14 pounds 16.3 ouncesABF-50a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 440/10, 390/12, 280/15 4.5:1 31 inches 17 pounds 17.3 ouncesABF-65a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 540/12, 390/15, 320/20 4.5:1 36... » Read More SpecificationsModel Bearings Capacity Gear Ratio Line Retrieve Maximum Drag WeightABF-20a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 190/4, 110/6, 90/8 5.0:1 25 inches 8 pounds 8.8 ouncesABF-30a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 330/6, 260/8, 180/10 5.0:1 27 inches 12 pounds 11.8 ouncesABF-40a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 410/8, 290/10, 260/12 4.5:1 28 inches 14 pounds 16.3 ouncesABF-50a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 440/10, 390/12, 280/15 4.5:1 31 inches 17 pounds 17.3 ouncesABF-65a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 540/12, 390/15, 320/20 4.5:1 36 inches 22 pounds 27.4 ouncesABF-90a 6 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing 590/20, 440/25, 330/30 4.5:1 40 inches 22 pounds 27.6 ounces « Show Less
8851
i used 12lb on a recent trip to the Caribbean where i used the 4000 and it performed just fine. I was completely satisfied with the performance of this reel, also bought the 5000 which worked a little better for surf fishing because the casting ability of a larger set up for getting the bait out.
1137990
I do t thing there really is a maximum braid is so sensitive that you can feel every nibble I use mine with 40 50 and 65lb braid and i have fished from twenty feet to 150 feet I couldn't se depth being an issue as long as the reel you use has the line capacity
2050466
Hi, Tony: I don't know, I have only owned one and and have used it a lot. Drag on any reel was a mystery to me until my savey fishing buddie, Harrold, shared with me the key after I lost my second good bass from broken line. He told me to tighten the drag until I could just barely pull line freely. His point, you can add drag after the fish is on, but you can't back off drag because you won't know when until the line has already broken! The red ten-pound line on the ZO3 is good stuff. Don't over do the drag and you won't be sorry. I don't use trebble hooks on the ZO3 because I use it primarily as a crappie rig. The 4.3 to one gear ratio won't easily allow strong, steady pressure on the line while reeling in, so you cannot let up when reeling in even a one pound crappie or it will throw the single hook. So, set your drag light enough to pull line by hand and keep the pressure on when reeling in and you'll eat fish tonight!
967262
I use 20lbs power pro braided line, reel works fine and line isn't to heavy, casts far and come back quickly...
1216620
the highest braid capacity recommended for this reel is 30lb and you can put 205 yards on this reel. According to Penn website.
1957875
Don't know, I chose to keep it stationary and to not mount the wheels. I love this reel. It is 100 times better than my old "non-professional" reel.
1940306
Yes, though the drag is not terribly robust and a long rod is necessary. If you are fishing offshore (and if you are fishing for tuna I imagine you must be) you may wish to consider a conventional reel with a stout, short boat rod. I use this reel on a 12' surf rod and there are few inshore fish I would think it can't handle. A 12' rod on a boat can be unwieldy. Tuna can burn up even a conventional reel drag and with a spinning reel the bail will create even more friction as will the guides. It's really not the best choice for offshore fishing but it could work.
2193971
Since 65lb braid is equivalent to 17lb mono, I would choose a reel that would be stout enough to hold a sufficient amount of 17-20 lb line and has a good drag response. The Opus would probably do well for occasional fishing. I use mine with a 7' cast rod and a 12' surf and it does fine. Handles reds well. I set a loose drag and tighten down to tire a larger fish before dragging it on shore.
1047088
This great reel comes in three sizes. From the smallest 1000 to 2500 to the largest a 4000. The Quick Fire II trigger system is great for one-handed casts. It has a Lightweight graphite frame, sideplate and rotor and other great features. I really like the smooth smooth action and rear drag. I am not an expert, but I would check out the small 1000 at a dealer so you can make your own decision. I have the 2500 and 4000 reels and love them.
1719166
After owning this reel for onr year now, I got hink it would be a very suitable reel for.that rod. And.the drag system is excelent. Espciaally when dealing with salmon or trout.
902490
Medium size spinning reel, something you can use 4-8 lb line on... this is the best rod I've ever owned
234860
I use 6 Lb test for trout and bass. Seems to work well, have had no issues with knotting or tangling. Love the reel very smooth and fast.
570581
It is 15 pounds. But feels like more. The max drag is how tight you are able to set the drag, that is how much pressure you can put on a fish with 30lbs test line. Drag is when the fish takes out line without you doing anything. This tries out the fish. If the fish cant take any line out, the line could snap. The tightness is set on the star of the handle.
565245
With 6oz of weight on the end and PowerPro 50lbs braid line, I've been able to cast mine over 70 yards!! Casting with this reel is silky smooth.