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Back to the basics - Old School
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Wed Jan 19, 2011 3:59 pmby Ray G
For the last 20 years I have drift fished with a Shimano Bantam 100. Today I just received a new "old" reel.
My first Pfluger Supreme! My dad fished one all through the 70's and I thought it would be kinda fun to catch a Steelhead on a classic Steelhead reel.
My question for you guys is, what rod should I pair this classic with?
Re: Back to the basics - Old School
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Wed Jan 19, 2011 4:04 pmby Driftfishnw
Maybe an old glass fenwick..
Re: Back to the basics - Old School
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Wed Jan 19, 2011 4:20 pmby Robbo
Pretty cool tribute to your pops big Ray. That thing looks like it's never been used! I'd have to agree with Tony on that one....or perhaps an old Lami. Keep us posted!
Re: Back to the basics - Old School
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Wed Jan 19, 2011 4:26 pmby chuck danger
I can think of a classic loomis that would look good wearing that. I believe it's currently sporting a classic bantam...
Re: Back to the basics - Old School
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Wed Jan 19, 2011 5:33 pmby Nelly
Big Ray! I have a split bamboo drift rod that you have to try with that reel! It was my father's rod and I have caught a steelhead on it. It's pretty sweet, nice cork handle and even though the rod pre-dates built in ferrules, the metal ferrule is nicely wrapped. You have got to check it out. I will dig it out and take some pics!
Re: Back to the basics - Old School
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Wed Jan 19, 2011 6:06 pmby Salmonhawk
Ray's reel and Nelly's rod, what a great tribute to the guys that taught you how and instilled that love of fishing.
Re: Back to the basics - Old School
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Sat Jan 22, 2011 6:01 pmby brad_tgl
I have a few of the oldies myself given to me from my dad. Pair it up with a 8'6" 8-12 Lami and you're set for freedrifting eggs on small streams.
