man enough?

[Thommo]

Hi, just wondered if a speedia is man enough for margin carping using 12/15 lb mono and 2oz leads no more than a rod length out? They can run to low thirty pound but i was concerned that if i managed to fluke a take the wide drum would be up to the job without the pins buckling or some other damage could occur, would appreciate any advice

[Shaun Harrison]

Never had any issues with mine...



30 years ago



A little more recent, well not that recent. Just looked at the date



Couldn't find a carp picture from this last year with it so a barbel instead - after all, they do fight much harder.

[J.T]

It will be fine, they are very tough little reels.

[Tizer]

Go for it,I have had carp to 32lb on centrepins and a lot of 20's fishing just the way you mention.It is the best fun you can have while fishing.happy days

[Tizer]

If it is of any use to you I had the 32 and a 26 on 8lb line and a john Wilson avon type rod while tench fishing,i upped the line to 10lb after that,Ared letter day for sure.I do use a Leeds classic with 15lb for piking