My Vendetta's reel holder is empty.  I've got it narrowed down to Shimano or Pfleuger and wanted to get some opinions from the audience.

 

I fish from shore (unfortunately, but that's life....) and have been using mostly t-rigged worms/Senkos because I never did when young and I want to learn as much as possible about their techniques.

 

My 'regular' spot is a reservoir about 3 or 4 acres, ranging from 3' to a reported 38', and has little in the way of surface growth so I'm open to any advice.

 

Thanks, very much, in advance....

 

spinning or casting rod?

Sorry, didn't proof read well enough: spinning.

Price? of not ------------> Stella

Are you prepared for the Shimano v. Pflueger slugfest that you're about to spark?

 

We've been awful civil recently. I think we're due.

I like Pflueger.

 

I also thing Jiff crunchy is better than the creamy, which is equally valuable information.

my vote is Pfleuger President, its $60 and a workhorse of a reel. ive had mine for several years and its still as smooth as the day i got it.  i actually had it paired wit a vendetta 7'M rod at one point and it balanced well.

 

you might want to also run braid with a leader, i found it made the vendetta more sensitive.

Good start.... But first a few more details: i'm not really on a budget, per se, but I generally buy mid/upper mid priced rods & reels since college tuition is only a few years away and retirement on the horizon.....

Thanks, and keep it coming!

BTW, slug fest is good - keeps everyone on their toes.

Stradic FJ would look sweet on the Veritas, not to mention it's a heck of a reel.

Thanks for the replies. I ended up with another Pfleuger, a Supreme this time. Stayed within my comfort zone.