I am in the process of buying my first swimbait rod and reel. I was just wondering if the te is worth the exra money, and what is the difference between them? Also, what kind and size fishing line does everyone use? I was thinking 25lb but did not know which kind I should get.
#9259, "RE: calcutta 400 vs calcutta te 400" In response to Reply # 0
I have 6 of the 400B's and I love them. I know Rob and a couple of other guys use the TE's but to me they are just too expensive for Bass. If I was using lighter line in Salt Water for Albacore and Yellowtail and needed a really good drag I might think about it but for Bass the 400B is just fine. Bass never pull out any drag anyway, it's always cranked down all the way.
#9261, "RE: calcutta 400 vs calcutta te 400" In response to Reply # 2
I feel that you can get a longer cast with the TE. Add the improved cranking power from the oversize gears and you have a winner :-) Personally I love the TE and thats all I use now for swimbaits. Nothing wrong with the standard 400B model at all. I just like more cranking power }(
#9264, "RE: calcutta 400 vs calcutta te 400" In response to Reply # 5
It all depends on how much $ you have...If you have a lot go with the TE...If not that much, spend the money for the 400B and buy a few more swimbaits....