Big T,
I just purchased a 12' Tica(4-10oz) with a Shimano 6500B Baitrunner & a 10' Tica(3-8oz)with a Shimano 4500 Baitrunner. I haven't had a chance to try them yet, but am going to the Outer Banks for a week on the 14th. If you want to ask in a few weeks I'll be able to give you an honest opinion. They do seem to make a great combo.
I looked at the Okuma reels also, but decided to go with Shimano only because I've owned them in the past with no problems.
Tommy
I just purchased a 12' Tica(4-10oz) with a Shimano 6500B Baitrunner & a 10' Tica(3-8oz)with a Shimano 4500 Baitrunner. I haven't had a chance to try them yet, but am going to the Outer Banks for a week on the 14th. If you want to ask in a few weeks I'll be able to give you an honest opinion. They do seem to make a great combo.
I looked at the Okuma reels also, but decided to go with Shimano only because I've owned them in the past with no problems.
Tommy
