Carp Fishing Tackle Review: Daiwa Emcast Evo 5500-AB Fixed Reel Reel
Carp is a fish that has a rather patchy reputation. In some Asian cultures, it is considered sacred and has a fascinating set of myths and legends surrounding it. Other cultures consider the carp to be wrong, that it is not worth fishing. For my money, carp can be a formidable opponent, and if I win the fight I always put the fish back in the water, out of some sense of respect I imagine. Lyricism aside, any carp angler needs to be properly equipped for the battle ahead. My Daiwa Emcast Evo 5500-AB fixed spool carp reel is always up to the task.
About the Daiwa Emcast Evo 5500-AB Fixed Spool Carp Reel
I am an angler who likes a lot of power on my reel and this Daiwa model does not disappoint. The power of this big pit reel is both deceptive and smooth. By the way, Big Pit reels are capable of holding a much larger amount of line than conventional reels, sometimes up to three times as much. The 5500-AB has a frictionless mainshaft and quality 7 ball bearings (BB) that provide an exceptionally smooth retrieve as well as a high degree of winding power. The real thing comes with Daiwa’s patented Air Bail® feature. Typically found on more expensive models, the Air Bail® is a super strong, lightweight bail design that has no bulges to snag your line.
More features of the Evo 5500-AB reel
Of the 7 BBs on the reel, 5 are sealed, a feature I particularly prefer because it keeps my reel running smoothly with very little maintenance. Another of the great features of this Real is its anti-reverse system (ABS). The reaction is a condition where the line becomes a tangled mass, also called a “bird’s nest”. An ABS system reduces spool overflow during casting and helps prevent kickback. The Evo 5500 has a lightweight aluminum spool, along with a tin-coated spool ring, both of which help prevent corrosion. Infinite anti-reverse is another nice feature to have. On reels with this component, the handle is prevented from turning in the opposite direction, something I appreciate during the fight.
some more details
Even the handle of the Evo 5500-AB reel is well conceived and designed. It is made of machine-cut aluminum and has a one-touch folding handle. A wooden handle knob is another great detail. The real one comes with a spare aluminum spool. Daiwa designers have really got it right with the Twist Buster™ feature on this reel. Although there are many ways in which the line becomes tangled, this mainly occurs during the retrieve. Twist Buster™ drastically reduces this problem, leaving you more time fishing and less time fiddling with your tackle. Finally, the real one has oscillating worm shaft and a zero friction main shaft. What more could you want?
If you’re looking to add to your collection of carp fishing tackle, the Daiwa Emcast Evo 5500-AB Fixed Spool Reel is one to seriously consider.
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