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Mitchell® Avocet™ II Gold Spinning Reels
- Eight ball bearings with instant anti-reverse
- Dual bearing supported pinion
- EZ flow balanced rotor
- Heavy-duty metal gearing
- Everlast spring system
- Patented Mitchell quick-change aluminum spool
- Includes spare spool
Before you land the trophy fish you're casting for, hook one of the best deals in fishing, a Mitchell Avocet II Gold Spinning Reel. Mitchell's Avocet II Gold Reels are built with many of the same features high-end reels have, but the big difference is the one you're sure to notice - the money left in your wallet! To ensure the [Read More]
- Eight ball bearings with instant anti-reverse
- Dual bearing supported pinion
- EZ flow balanced rotor
- Heavy-duty metal gearing
- Everlast spring system
- Patented Mitchell quick-change aluminum spool
- Includes spare spool
Before you land the trophy fish you're casting for, hook one of the best deals in fishing, a Mitchell Avocet II Gold Spinning Reel. Mitchell's Avocet II Gold Reels are built with many of the same features high-end reels have, but the big difference is the one you're sure to notice - the money left in your wallet! To ensure the Avocet II Gold Spinning Reels deliver the reliability, performance and durability every angler wants, the Avocet II Gold Reels features eight ball bearings with instant anti-reverse, dual bearing supported pinion, heavy-duty metal gears, everlast spring system and an EZ flow balanced rotor. Plus, the Avocet II Gold Reels include a spare spool for added value and convenience.
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No. There are several sizes, based on Model number. For instance, the 500 is the smallest, then the 1000, 2000, 3000 & 4000.
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No, that is why you will see a different code number for each different size of reel.Details:
Will they hold up after a little salt water use ?Answers
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A saltwater reel will specifically mention in the advertising literature that it has been made to be used in salt water fishing.Read the material that comes with the advertising for each reel. If the written material doesn't say anything at all about salt water use, than it was probably made for fresh water fishing only.
Salt water will destroy a fresh water reel in no time flat.
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yes there tough as nailsDetails:
The reel that I have is the G1000F, I put 4lb Fireline on it and my line keeps getting stuck on the line roller when I retrieve.Has anyone had a problem like this before and is there a fix?
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I have the same issue with mine. Sorry, no suggested fix.A:
Never had this problem. Have you tried a different line? I'm not suggesting the Fireline is bad, just for troubleshooting purposes.Details:
I dont have this exact reel, I have the Avocet S6000 series. I wanna put heavier line on the spare spool to use for big channel cats. however, it is really loose. When I try to twist it onto the reel it doesn't "seat" tight. It can be easily twisted off, and so Im worried a big fish will manage to get it pulled off.Any suggestions?
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lighter test
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Any time you have tackle that you are unsure of, it's always good to have it checked out by someone else.For example, you can see if there is a tackle store nearby, or a fishing club in your area, and see if someone has the expertise to assist you.
Good luck, and good fishing!
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make sure the spacers under the first spool didnt come off or became stuck to the spool,you need to add those to the replacement spoolDetails:
Which should I get; AV-G1000F(Mitchell Avocet II Gold) or C101I-C(Abu Garcia Cardinal 100i)?Answers
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The Abu Garcia all day. I have caught 3-5lb. bass with the Cardinal 104 and it handle them like a champ.A:
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Avocet all the way. I'd go bigger though.
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Cardinal 100i
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I would go with the Mitchell Avocet Gold AVG2000F instead of the 1000F due to the fact that eventhough they are both rated for 6# test line, the 2000 is a little bigger than the 1000 which helps cut down on line twist, Also, if you want to use 8# line on it, it will work fine too. I can't say for sure about the ABU Cardinal but I own three Avocet Golds 2 2000s and a 4000, You CAN'T beat their drags. THEY ARE AWESOME!!Answers
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The line keeper is on the outside bottom of the spool, and is kind of triangular in shape with rounded corners. You use it by slipping the line under the bottom corner and pulling it up towards the top 2 corners until you hear and or feel it click into place.A:
There's a little plastic tab (mine's gray) which is right next to where the line spools.It's about half the size of my pinky fingernail.
It can be difficult getting the line under the tab but a fingernail works well
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The line keeper is a little, rounded, triangular shaped piece of plastic just below the spool. I think this is what you're talking about anyway.You use it when you have cut off whatever lure or rig you were using. It holds the loose end of your line so that it doesn't unspool when not in use.
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On the spools back skirt just like all other spinning reelsDetails:
This is my first spinning rod and I was curious what model to get for bass fishing? Is it better to get the bigger 10lb model and just put lighter line on if I need to? Or with a spinning rod is it still just easier to throw light tackle regardless of line weight when in the 6-10lb range?Answers
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Try using braided line. It has the diameter of light line but is a lot stronger.A:
I would go with the 10lb model. That's what I use.
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The two larger reels in the Mitchell Avocet Gold series (2000F, and 4000F) will work well for Bass fishing in Central Florida. Use either a graphite fishing rod in IM6 or IM8, depending on what you can afford. Either rod should work well for you.I purchased the Mitchell Avocet 2000F, mounted it on a Bionic Blade Rod, and caught an 8.5 pounder our of Lake Toho and didn't have any trouble reeling it in.
I either use 10lb or 12lb monofilament; or, 15lb or 20lb braid on my reel.
Like any product when it is new, you have to fish with it for a while and get used to it.
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I like a reel with that will hold at least 120 yds of 10lb line.Details:
could you match the largest size up with a 7 foot rod for bass fishingplease help i need a good spinning matchup for bass largies using rat l traps crankbaits and worms and craws just bout alot of everything
if this is no good give me ur best advice and a good and reel spinning for largies
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The Avocet G 4000 Reel will go great on any rod from 6' to 7'6". You can go with a smaller rod, but it may end up being mis-matched. You can go with a longer rod, but do you really want to cast with this rod all day long?A:
I used mine for pan-fish. I have the UL model. It doesnt list how much drag the mitchell has I'm not sure if I would purchase until you find out if it has ample drag for bass. If you're looking for a nice bass spinning reel, check out the BPS Extreme spinning reel ($10 more bucks then the mitchell). Its also gold in color and from what I read, its geared more towards bass fishing. Good luck buddy.
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Yes you can. A big bass with put some pressure on this reel but I have caught several 2 lb bass on the smallest reel in this line. I would not hesitate to use this reel for bass. The only thing you may have a problem with is for worms. Just make sure you use sharp hooks and you will be fine.Answers
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The Avocet 500, or the 1000 reel should work best. Depending what lb test line, (and how many yards of line) you are going to put on the reel, it will be up to you to decide which reel to buy.
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The 500 is what I use and I am very happy with it. It has more capacity than what is called an ultralite reel and still is not too big.
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use the UL reel.Details:
Im gonna use this for bass fishing. At a certain point I will probably put Braided on there. Should I just get the biggest one? I think I will which is what im leaning 2. But Ive read you have to have the spool full of line for it to work its best so it would be more expensive. Can i put 15lb line on the one that says 10 pound line rec. even though there will be less line on it? or does that mean it will cast bad? sorry new here.Answers
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If you are going to use a 5 foot light action rod, use either the 500 or the 1000 sized Mitchell Avocet reel. The 2000, and the 3000 sized reels would be too large for that rod.As for the line size, 20-30lb braided line should work best with the reel.
When you are in the Ultra Light Category, either use a monofilament line in the 6-8lb test range, or a braided line in the 20-30lb test range.
If you choose to use smaller diameter line, you will have a lot of break-offs. If you use larger diameter test line, your reel will not function optimally.
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i would get the smallest for light action rods.
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I'd have the 2000 and braid and heavier line will work on this reel. I put as much as 17lb florocarbon line on this reel without a problem. Of course the reel will hold less line at this point but it shouldn't be a problem even on long runs.A:
I think it will depend on what lures you're going to toss. I used the lighter version for several years and it handled a lot of rigging scenarios. As far as the spool being full, I never ran into an issue with that - it casts wonderfully all the way to the bottom of the spool. But I did see performance issues when I had too heavy a line for the lure I was throwing. If you want to oversize the line, I would suggest buying the lighter model and putting on 20Lb braid, as it is thinner and you can spool more on than 15Lb mono. When I spooled with 14Lb Trilene XT, it felt like I was always at the bottom of the spool after a cast.A:
If it's just bass fishing, you won't need the 2000 or the 4000 model. That would be overkill due to the smaller size rod your going to be using. Some would say that the 1000 model may be overkill but I think the ultralight model (500) would be sufficient for your bass needs along with that rod. If your not comfortable with the 500 model then get the 1000 model. And you can put larger line on it, it just means that there will be less line in yards then what is reccomended for the capacity. and it will not cast bad. Ultimately, get the 500 or 1000, it will go best with that 5' lite rod.A:
first, the 4000 is way too big for the 5' ugly, id get the 500, it would be perfectly balanced. i do not recomend braid line, considering fish can see it, i would spool it up with p-line flurocarbon 4 lbs. test. and you can put whatever line on whatever reel, but the heavier the line, the shorter the cast.
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ok there are a few thangs you need to know about fishing a light rood,light is good its sweet its just your fishing for bass and you might hook a 1-15 pound bass so i'd get a med. ugly stick;now about your reel i would recomend the 2500. it will give you the action your looking for.i would put 15 pound fire line on the reel your your going to use.And a little tip get some vanish Fluorocarbon and make a6 foot leader this will help keep ypu line invisable
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