any of the T-curve?

I like sol 4000 (my next reel)

Seconded on the T-curves (though, I dont like how the heavier models dont continue the cork around the back of the reel like the lighter ones do, but depends how you hold it).

Have a look at the daiwa saltwaters. Quite nice rods and pretty light. 

I think zxoga may do a rod like that too?

And a big plus to the sol 4000 . My sol (but a tiny 2000) is probably my favourite reel. 

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yeah the sol is great i have two 400o sized and they are the bees knees ahahhah.  Yeah the T curves are great, also the diawa sol rods them selfs are also very good rod.

Nito Viper 6-8kg or Tcurve Snapper with 4000 size Shimano...Stella if your in a spending mood.
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Thnx to everyone so far. 

Viper would be a step up from the Magnum Butt eh? Can anybody suggest something on par with the Magg Butt? Will look at the Viper for heavier spinning applications further down the track.

and.. has anybody had the chance to compare the new Daiwa Heartland with the Sol? suppose to be the same, or better.

"holy sh!t, did you see that?" haha 

If you want to run 15-20lb with that size reel, the Viper is heaps better suited than MagnumButt IMO

Heartland = 1 extra bearing, and all CRBB compared to some stainless and some CRBB in Sol.
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It has to be one of the smoothest eggbeaters I have ever used. I am extremely impressed.
It is rated slightly higher than the SOL by Daiwa, and the SOL is a fantastic reel, so that tells you something.
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Mate, it sounds strange, but I can't remember what brand braid it was. I was too busy chatting to the guys at the Tackle Shack when I said yes to whatever Mako suggested. I know it was 10 lb though and it is very nice.
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No worries mate. Just for the 30-40 gram slices etc the viper would cast heaps better imo, Doesn't have such a soft tip and will handle the runs of tuna better.
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I mainly bought it to go with the 9 foot xzoga. But it worked really well on my 13 foot 8 Moonraker, so I will probaly use it on both.
They cast really well WODF and have plenty of grunt for such a smooth reel, so for throwing slices, etc. I think they would be ideal.
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This outfit i plan on buying will hopefully stand up to fish to 15-20kg with a bit of effort. Mainly tuna and macks. The reel is going to be spooled with 15lb Tuff Line.

Can't wait

Looking forward to hearing some more replies and maybe some more options to have a think about.

Thnx in advance

"holy sh!t, did you see that?" haha 

Not cheap, but they have a lot of the Stella gear inside them. I had a look at a couple in Sydney recently. My only issue is the smallish handle.
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Bit weighty at 750g but it should put the clamps on quite nicely at that line poundage given they rate it for 40 - 50lb line.

You'll probably get 450m+ of 15 - 20lb on it.

Doug gave his a test out into the wind at Pinaroo the other night.
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Pobably don't want anything over 400g, remember this is only a med spinning reel.

Cheers

"holy sh!t, did you see that?" haha 

Stradics, Twinpowers, SOLs or Heartlands would all do nicely.
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In terms of Shimano vs Daiwa is the Stradic on par with the Sol and is the Twin Power on par with the Heartland??

Any opinions welcome

"holy sh!t, did you see that?" haha 

Whats everyones opinion on the new Exceller from Daiwa? Doesn't look like they changed it much, only the colour? was originally planning on getting the previous model for this application but was told they get sticky drags? or should i just go the extra $$$ n get quality?

Also, anybody know anything about upgrading medium threadlines, drags, handles, what else is their? and would it still be worth considering upgrading the drag on say the Heartland just to be sure?

Cheers

"holy sh!t, did you see that?" haha 

The Stradics are very good value for the money. Plenty of power, good internals. The Heartland, which is quite a bit more expensive, is a bit smoother. If you go for a Heartland under the 4000 model you might want to unpgrade the handle if you have meaty hands like me.
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Half way there now. Purchased a Nitro Magg Butt on Monday from Cambells. I was stuck between this and the Viper but went for the Magg Butt due to being a bit longer and a bit more flexible. It feels awesome! Yet to get the reel.

Thnx to everyone for their inputs

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I bought one recently and they have a very smooth drag, are very strong and are very good value.
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