Powerhandle for Calcutta TE DC 250? Also thoughts on Torsa?
NYmuskyhunter
Posted 5/27/2008 1:54 PM (#319780)
Subject: Powerhandle for Calcutta TE DC 250? Also thoughts on Torsa?




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Location: NYC (and many weeks in MN during summer)		anyone know if shimano makes a power handle for the Calcutta 250 TE DC? If so, who would have that?

Also, I am interested in shimano's Torsa for throwing big bladed baits. Other than the obvious lack of a levelwind and its price, why isn't this the ultimate Muskie reel. From my experience, people burn through the gears of $200 reels all the time. If nothing else, the torsa will outlive me.

Thoughts?

Randy
PIKEMASTER
Posted 5/27/2008 4:38 PM (#319814 - in reply to #319780)
Subject: RE: Powerhandle for Calcutta TE DC 250? Also thoughts on Torsa?





Location: Latitude 41.3016 Longitude 88.6160		U can get a 90mm Bassart handle and use the stock paddles or Stuido Ocean Mark makes a power handle for the 250 dc. The stock handle is 85mm long.

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pluggr
Posted 5/27/2008 5:02 PM (#319817 - in reply to #319780)
Subject: RE: Powerhandle for Calcutta TE DC 250? Also thoughts on Torsa?




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For me, the weight would be one issue. About 30oz for the Torsa as opposed to around 13oz for my 400TE. The other is cost, pushing $700 for the Torsa.
knooter
Posted 5/30/2008 2:35 PM (#320281 - in reply to #319780)
Subject: Re: Powerhandle for Calcutta TE DC 250? Also thoughts on Torsa?




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Location: Hugo, MN		The Torsa is also a lever drag, which is tough to use for musky fishing. The Trinidad is a better reel for musky fishing with the star drag. It is also a lot lighter and more affordable, while still being built like a tank. If it had a levelwind, and came in a lower gear ratio, it would be the ultimate musky reel...imo.