I totally agree on the angling direct big pits the bait runners! They were surprisingly well made better that the vader x and even my nash bp10s! 100% recommend 👌
The fs 8000 would match up nicely with the new sonik xtractor pro 10ft rods (always full cork) coming out next year. Might just do that as want the 3.5lb with 50mm butt ring so a 8000 reel be just up the right street. And £60 for 8000 fs reel is really good.
@@matthewcadle7200 okay i can get that, personally i like rings that are closer to the blank but imo the packing dimension and vulnerability to transport damage defeat any (vague) practical purpose like casting ability(on a 10ft rod lol) anyways
"Pedigree"? Much as I like my JRC kit, the Mitchell MX6 Fullrunner range have a far better pedigree for similar money - they invented the thing! They're also 4+1, also lightweight polymer body and alloy spool, but brilliant line lay and excellent clutch control (even if you don't use the 2nd BR clutch). I suppose these fill the gap between NGT and Mitchell / Shimano, personally I'd still pick the MX6s though for both stalking and distance.
How did Mitchell invent bait/free runners? Shimano invented the concept in the 1980’s, then Daiwa and Abu brought out versions very early 90’s. Since then almost all companies have produced something similar.
@@Backs4more I meant invented the modern open faced reel as opposed to the older centre pin design. I don't know who invented the BR to be honest, but I do know that my Shimano baitrunners are nowhere near as good as my Mitchells. I'm not anti-shimano, their customer service is *way* better than Mitchell's! But try an MX6 fullrunner if you collect baitrunners, you'll be pleasantly surprised
