Nice reel. I own one too. I got jerry brown hollow 139lb braid on it. I really recommend temple reef rods. Japanese parts assembled in usa I have the temple reef ronan 8ft for popping and used it last month in vanuatu. Excellent control and perfectly matched. Caught big fish no problem. RU-vid or google temple reef and see which one suits you :)
and also try to practice to tie all kinds of knot... stop using swivel coz it can break your guides on your rod specially at the tip part of your rod... practice tying a knot without using any swivel.... the more you practice the more you'll become a much confident fishermen.... good luck...
+Azmi Tannous super reel ! I am planning to get one myself, this one or the Dogfight I need another combo to go with my Stella. so i am still thinking. now I am using Shimano Stella SW20000PG the Japanese model (previous version 08') with Daiwa jigging J braid (0.42 500m) matched with Saltiga Jigging Rod 6' feet 210-300g casting weight. working super for Amberjacks (both Jigging and live bait)
+Maria Lopez Schneider. thos reel is really amazing, lots of drag (30kg) and its super rigid.. no playing. I matched it to a jigging rod called Smith amj. also a great rod that i really recommend. and for popping I've got the saltiga big game s85. strong rigid and it does the whole fight. Now im planning to buy a smaller size which it the expedition 5500h. after all the saltiga expedition is the best reel in the world, it's worth every dollar you pay for it.
the main braid line you're using is a bit too much... first you have to figure out what fish your trying to target before using such a heavy line... and it's also best to practice with mono or fluorocarbon main line to get the hang of it... and by the way best of good luck.... keep fishing and have fun with you new Saltiga...
