I'm hoping Daiwa comes out with a 6.3 gear ratio Pixy!

ChuckE, You make a lot of sense. I have to agree on rod choice for the light stuff. My go to combo is a Daiwa Custom on a Rogue MB663C. This is pretty close to the Steez and is probably a little more versatile than a modded Pixy. I've never used a Pixy, so I am relying on info from TT guys.

Has anyone changed the gear ratio to 6.3. I'm looking for a lightweight finesse reel but I would like to see Daiwa offer these in faster retrieve.

Hmmn, all Daiwa so far. Anyone modding Shimano reels?

What reel responds best as far as doing all the mods and ending up with a great performing, lightweight, best bang for the buck reel??? Response could be broken down by manufacturer.

D.R.,
Sounds like you're a poet and don't knowit!

Thanks for the responses! I generally throw 3/16- 1/4 oz. baits. It almost seems like a toss up. What about relative quality Pixy vs. Steez?

Any thoughts on which is better for casting 3/8 oz. or less??? Upgrading a Pixy is close to the cost of a new Steez.

Besides saltwater usage I wonder if it will exceed the Steez and how it will stack up to the metal Shimanos.

Vladimir,
You ARE appreciated! It's nice to see things lighten up once in a while!
bundy

Vladimir,
Why did you delete your response? I just sent my reel in for line removal!!
bundy

Great answer mhood! Just what I was looking for. Do you need to remove the line brfore sending a reel in for service?

mhood,
Do you need to have upgrades done in order to see a real difference?

Do you guys notice much of a difference when you send your reels out for service as opposed to just routine spool bearing oiling that you do yourself?

Dragon, good observations. I never go much over 3/8 oz. on spinnerbaits. I like 1/4 most times and my Daiwa Custom does a good job on a Rogue mb663. The Steez offers a better drag than my Custom and is very high on my list. I'm leaning towards the Steez 100HL for the longer 90mm handle.