Last question- what power handle are you using with that adapter, I have the tranx 201
For Peconic1801
So, my "power handle" opinion is in the minority, apparently. Most people watch those Skinner videos and see that ridiculously oversized single-ball knob that he uses and think "Well if HE's using it, that's the way to go."
Why?
They weight too much, unbalance the outfit in your hand and add little "power" to the cranking - while possibly overloading the small-ish baitcasting reel gear train with non-factory-intended torque - leading to a noisey, grindy reel needing a new gear set. Not to mention if not carefully positioned at the bottom of its rotational arc when casting, the knob can swing around, putting the reel in gear, causing a gear train clash and a possible lost rig - if the heave had any a$$ in it. Nope, not for me.
I greatly prefer a double knob handle, but a bit longer than stock, with slightly oversized dual knobs.
Here's my some of my most used flukin' line-up (though not my WHOLE line-up, that's for sure!).
Other than the pretty cork versions, these are all made of TPE material that holds up much better than any stock rubber knob, and are 27mm round x 50mm long. Very, very comfortable to use. The corks are special, made by Gomexus and are about 4 times the price of the TPE versions. But since they sit on my best fluke reel (2018-vintage Daiwa Catalina TW100P), and the reel in turn sits on my best fluke stick (Palmarius #3 acid-wrapped slow pitch with the rare cork grips), they were worth every penny.
The handle shanks are all 120mm long overall - 110mm between the knob shafts, and to my hand that seems to be the perfect length for all-day use. Plenty of "cranking power" - such as it is with such tiny reels, and very comfortable to the fingers. No dopey giant knob, 1/2 the size of the reel. We ain't tuna fishing here.
For my h/d fluke setups, I use the same length shanks, but mount Gomexus 30mm x 52mm knobs for a bit more grasp. These reels don't shed their covers until I have to go to the big jigs or sinkers, like in the 6 to 10oz class. That means conditions are terrible, we're rockin' and rollin' out there, the drift sock is in the water, and I need a better grip on the handle.
I use these same knobs on my custom hand-built Abu mini-toggers, but that's another story.
All these handle parts are searchable on AliExpress. Put into the search window "TPE reel knobs," and for the handles "aluminum reel handle 120mm." Plenty will come up, as well as all kinds of unrelated stuff - even some sexy-time play-things. Apparently those use TPE as well. I wouldn't know about that stuff. Wrong site, anyway.
Keep in mind that these knob/handle combos have to be hand-fitted, using the bearings and shims that are provided with each knob. What you are looking for is free-spinning knobs that do not have that annoying click-clack of in and out motion. The install can be a bit tedious, so I save that sort of thing for the off-season, when I have nothing better to do. I have it pretty much down now anyways, and can usually guess close to correct as to the appropriate shim thickness right off the bat.
Or you can buy this type handle pre-assembled, if you wish. Typical sellers on AliExpress would be Gomexus, EkFan, Ruke, Heighten and a host of others. I've bought from all of them, all are trust-worthy and put out good products.
If you "get the Ick" thinking about using AliExpress, that's fine, EBay had much of these products there too, just for a few bux more, because of the seller commission structure on Ebay. Oh, and if going with AliExpess, BE SURE to check the shipping charge before clicking the "Buy it now" button. Some of those sellers think we're as dumb as a box of rocks.
Unfortunately, In some cases they're right.
More questions are welcome.
Usually.
