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I see that they (Plat) are taking orders for the 2008 Shimano Stellas delivery in April @ 110,000 Yen (nearest I can figure $1,100.00). I was thinking of getting one for school BlueFin Tuna . . . but now I'm thinking I might be better off upgrading my ZB2 to a ZB2.75. Also looks like they have changed the 10000 and added a new model 18000.

What do you think upgrade or drop a large wad of money on the Stellas?
Up grading from the ZX2 to the ZX 2.75 would cost about $450.00. Further I fish more from the surf than I do from charters, or on my buddies boat. I could go either way, but I don't want to put a huge dent into my discretionary funds.

Finally, I have this rod which is rated for 20 lbs, of drag which would be only 50 percent of the ZB2.75 capacity. So what to do? - rod too light? - reel gear ratio too low?

Reaux

Ocean-X-treme series rods use premium OTI-X1 composite blanks engineered for heavy-duty performance while staying lightweight for comfortable all-day fishing. These composite blanks have been specially formulated to provide a slow action that is easy on the body while maintaining high strength and durability for fighting big game fish.

Fuji SiC Silicon Carbide Guides
Fuji Reel Seat
Aluminum Gimbal

Length: 7'6"
Reel Type: Spinning
Line Weight: 40-60lb
Lure Weight: 200g
Max. Drag: 20lb
Action: Medium

ZEEBAAS ZX2.7RD - Gear Ratio 4.75 - Drag 18Kg - Weight 531g
STELLA SW10000PG - Gear Ratio 4.9 - Drag 20Kg - Weight 610g
STELLA SW10000XG - Gear Ratio 5.8 - Drag 20Kg - Weight 610g
STELLA SW18000HG - Gear Ratio 5.7 - Drag 25Kg - Weight 850g
STELLA SW20000PG - Gear Ratio 4.4 - Drag 25Kg - Weight 850g

Line capacity:
ZX2.7RD PE 5 – 450m
10000XG PE 5 – 300m
10000XG PE 5 – 300m
18000HG PE 5 – 500m
20000 PG PE 5 – 600m

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