Whilst I’m not a massive fan of the Pye rod( It’s a bit of a ‘ broom handle’ to be honest), I am rather fond of the 440N which is pleasant to use and more than up to the job.
I loaded the reel with 18lb ( .40mm)mono and it worked well with the large diameter spool although I think I might have to employ the services of our friend ‘Duebel’ to locate a new bearing as it’s a tad noisy .
I’ve also just taken delivery of a cracking 330- the earlier model which I actually prefer. This will also be used as a pike reel but loaded with 15lb (.35mm) mono. I have a feeling that I’m going to ‘ need’ a 110 as well for some roach fishing
