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Has anyone used or heard about the Shimano Calcutta TE 400 LJV Lucanus reel? It comes with an adjustable power handle that may work better than the TE 400?
Never had the pleasure of using one but like most have mentioned here... I've also heard many, many awesome things about the Calcutta 400TE.
Calcutta TE. By far the best reel Ive ever owned. Ive thrown lots of double 13's the last few years without a single reel issue. That is, until it somehow blew out of my brothers boat. Along with an 8-6 bulldog rod. Somewhere along route 30, between…
What's the performance difference between Toro 60 HS Toro 60? What about the Toro Winch?
I decided to buy the CTE-400 2010 model for $335 including S/H. The used and possibly abused TE400s were going for over $200. I felt it was worth the peace of mind and warranty to pay the extra $. The Revo Toro 60 sounds like a great reel, however I…
Mike, I'm use to my Calcutta 400B @11.7oz vs the 700TE @19oz! The 400TE is 12.8 about as heavy as I'm willing to go. I decided to buy the 400TE 2010 model for $335 including S/H. I will be selling my 400B with the power handle on Ebay in April.
700TE! They will do everything a 400te does only better, the gear ratio is a little lower so working hard pulling baits is a little easier, bigger gears, bigger anti-reverse bearing, winch style power handle, 31'' of line per turn, the only draw bac…
My favorite reel right now is my toro 60. I can cast it a mile if I have to. It is low profile and you can get a good amount of line on the spool.
Profile Information
- Real Name:
- Mark Johnson
- About:
- 53, retired, married 32 years, 2 daughters 27/29, prefer musky fishing, however I also fish northern, bass, and walleye.
Other hobbies include Tennis, Golf, and working out at the gym.
- Years Musky Fishing:
- 10
- Personal Best Musky:
- 48"
- Occupation:
- Teacher's Aide, retired CS engineer
- School:
- DeVry University, Chicago
- Clubs:
- Quad County Hawg Hunters Chapter 17, treasurer
- Tow Vehicle:
- 2008 Toyota Highlander
- Boat:
- 2007 Alumacraft Navigator 175 CS
- Favorite Fishing Memory:
- The 55" musky that got away trying to land it.
- Favorite Waters:
- Ontario; Thaddeus Lake, Lake of the Woods, Nipissing
MN; Lake Vermillion
WS; Minocqua area, Hayward area, Pewaukee, Madison chain
IL; Open for suggestions
- Favorite Style of Fishing:
- Casting cabbage weeds
- Favorite Lures:
- Bull Dawg, Buck Tails, Jerk Baits
- Tournaments:
- None, however I'm willing to participate in a tournament.
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What is the best musky reel on the market today?
There are so many musky reels to choose from, however if you could have just one musky reel what would you pick and why? I prefer quality, longevity, and ease of use, that is less strain on reeling in those Double Cowgirls!
Posted on January 31, 2010 at 9:00am — 4 Comments
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 10:00am on January 31, 2010,
jeff boggs said… - Hey Mark, I new to this site so I'm not sure if this is the proper way to respond to your comment that you sent to me, anyway if you visit my blog you will find my email address and you can contact me directly for information on those swimbaits. They are available only direct from me, they are 13" long and weigh 5 ounces. Thanks Jeff
- At 9:26am on July 18, 2008,
Muskybait said… - Sun. night is not an option. I will be taking my wife home,(maybe) don't know yet. I was thinking you would be up by noon on Mon. Was I wrong?? I have had so much on my plate I could be confused, forgive me if thats the case. I am fishing National all weekend. Not sure if wife is attending or not, will need a little time for linen laundry and my own. Talk soon, Tim
- At 7:50am on July 15, 2008,
Mark Johnson said…
- Tim,
I just checked and I'll miss Sunrise and Moonset on Monday. How about I come up Sunday night instead of Monday morning?
What would be a good time Sunday night?
Mark
- At 9:01am on July 14, 2008,
Muskybait said…
- Hey Mark, give me a call. Aug 7-10 avail. No guide, I need a little relax fun time. Cheap accom.
- At 6:03am on April 23, 2008,
Dana said… - Whats up Mark?
Are you getting ready to catch some of those southern wisconsin muskies? The Milwaukee chapter won't know what hit them this weekend. Quad county will be bringing home the trophy again. GOING FOR THE REPEAT!!!!!! See you next weekend
- At 4:51am on April 23, 2008,
Brandyn Shepherd said… - Welcome to the site Mark. Did you get your boat out yet?
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