YesGot a question regarding the Kamodo. Is it true that the level wind also is active when you cast?
I would think that would make a difference in casting distance.
I have had the Lexa 400HD, Tranx 400HG, Komodo 471SS, and Revo Toro Beast 60HS.I would think that would make a difference in casting distance.
Good to know thx. I tought it was a cool feature though.I have had the Lexa 400HD, Tranx 400HG, Komodo 471SS, and Revo Toro Beast 60HS.
They all cast about the same distance. The engaged levelwind of the Komodo does not make a differance.
Yes it is active but still cast good.Got a question regarding the Kamodo. Is it true that the level wind also is active when you cast?
Tranx400 is the smoothest cast and drag. For fish under 30lbs.Which one is your favorite sin you tested them all?
Yes the tranx400 is smaller but the lexa is strong for fish over 20lbs.Interesting how the frame housing on the Tranx appears to be significantly smaller. I have the Lexa400 and I like it, but it feels bulky in the hand at times
I ordered a penn squall 400 sent it back to small and some plastic parts on it. Not that penn products aren't great. Just the low profile 400squall compared to any three of these is not my first choice.I have Lexas in 400/300 and I love them. But this comparison will have to be edited once the new Penns are out and being used.
The squall400 looI have Lexas in 400/300 and I love them. But this comparison will have to be edited once the new Penns are out and being used.
The penn phathom400 looks like good quality its the tranx400 body size. $249. For that price I would choose lexa 400 or komodo 400.I have Lexas in 400/300 and I love them. But this comparison will have to be edited once the new Penns are out and being used.
I gotta say, the Fathom 400 beats out the TranX 400 for me. The drags are better on the Fathom, they don’t back off and are silky smooth, but most importantly they are consistent. Also the added bearings of the Fathoms are noticeable over the Squall series for operation.The squall400 loo
The penn phathom400 looks like good quality its the tranx400 body size. $249. For that price I would choose lexa 400 or komodo 400.
Unless you want a smaller body reel.
Just my opinion.
I ordered a penn squall 400 sent it back to small and some plastic parts on it. Not that penn products aren't great. Just the low profile 400squall compared to any three of these is not my first choice.
I think that is partly why Okuma stuck with the non disengaging levelwind for the Komodos.I am happy with extra distance on my casts with 200 size reels. Because there is more inertia involved, pretty sure the 200 casts better.
Holds more than 200 yards of line with braid.
Doing well with my Abu Garcia Revo Premiere. Heck it cast better than my 200 Curado HG.
Sold my Calcutta 200TE for that reason, lagged last in distance.
300-400 size reels I say forget it and use a conventional. Wait until the levelwind starts stacking line unevenly.
That is when my Torque 12 star comes to play.
If and when that happens just go buy another reel.I was refering to the stripping of gearing on the levelwind after lots of use.
Thanks for the feedback its good to here what is working or not working.Heres a view of tranx400 , lexa400, komoto400. I personally like each one for bait or light lures they cast nice.
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Or just replace it. Not a hard part to come buy lol. No need to be willing to drop $500 (based on your personal preference) every time you go to buy a low pro. Also replacing the bushing or bearing may help.If and when that happens just go buy another reel.