Carp Fishing Tackle Review: The Daiwa Infinity X BR Big Pit Reel - Model IFX5500BR

The carp is a fish species shrouded in myth, legend and lore. Highly regarded in many Asian cultures, the carp, in Western culture, often is kept in decorative ponds, as a sort of landscaping adjunct. To me, the carp is neither mythic nor decorative -- it is a worthy piscine opponent. The carp generally is regarded as a lesser sport fishing species, especially when compared to the more "noble" species like salmon and trout. Well, such for a lowly fish, it certainly is capable of putting up quite a thrilling fight! To be equal to the task, I need my carp fishing tackle to be in top shape. Here's some information about one of my favourite carp reels: the Daiwa Infinity X BR big pit reel, model IFX5500BR.

Key Features of the Daiwa Infinity X BR Big Pit Reel - Model IFX5500BR

BR stands for "baitrunner," a type of fishing reel that's similar to a fixed spool reel, with one important difference. When using a baitrunner reel, it's possible to bait fish with the reel's bail closed, while still having it completely in free spool mode. When using a baitrunner reel, the angler must adjust the free spool tension according to the type of bait used. As soon as the angler turns the handle, the baitrunner feature disengages and the tension then is adjusted by way of the main drag system, leaving the angler in full control of the fight.

 

 

More About the Daiwa Infinity X BR Big Pit Reel - Model IFX5500BR

When I'm facing an especially tough carp challenge, I generally find myself reaching for this well-made and durable reel. I've found the combination of the double-axis BR feature with a big pit spool configuration to be a particularly helpful and effective design. This Daiwa reel also has the popular Twist Buster II feature, a mechanism that dramatically reduces line twist by using a special collar which ensures the line always travels at a 90-degree angle to the roller pivot.

Final Thoughts on the Daiwa Infinity Reel

This reel is just loaded with positive features, including 5 ball bearings and a micro-pitch front drag system. It also has infinite anti-reverse and a large diameter ABS spool. ABS, by the way, is a type of highly strong and durable composite plastic that's widely used to make automobile bodies and outer cases for appliances and computers. The rotor is gyrospin balanced for the smoothest possible operation, and the 4.2:1 gear ratio delivers increased winding power when the angler needs it most. The reel comes with a spare, full-specification aluminium spool. Expect to pay about £375.00 for this superb reel, but do look for it on special offer at about £249.00
I've found the Daiwa Infinity X BR model IFX5500BR big pit reel to be beautifully engineered and a supreme pleasure to use. I'm pleased to rate it at 4.5 out of a possible 5 stars.
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