The Daiwa 22 Tanacom 1200 Deep Drop combo with line is a great starter option for anyone wanting to get into deep dropping without absolutely draining the bank account. It's still a solid-quality outfit that will get the job done time and time again, featuring Daiwa's latest Tanacom 1200 Electric Reel.
Reel - Daiwa 22 Tanacom 1200 Electric Reel
A total overhaul from the ground up, the Daiwa Tanacom 1200 Electric Reel is a project 5 years in the making between Daiwa Japan engineers and teams within Australia and America. From small quality of life improvements like the aluminium ball knob, to hugely functional changes like the increased speed & power, the Tanacom 1200 sets a new benchmark for quality and value for money in the electric reel market.
The new design uses the exact same motor as the previous Tanacom model, but instead houses it inside the spool itself, which has actually increased the efficiency of the motor. On top of this, the motor generates even more power thanks to an improved drivetrain which has been totally reengineered with beefier gears and internal components to improve durability and minimise power loss. More power is also accompanied by more speed in the Tanacom 1200, a feat often difficult to achieve. The faster retrieve speed of the Daiwa Tanacom 1200 Reel is a great feature when deep dropping, as your ability to reposition or check baits is sped up dramatically. And a side benefit of the new design is an Increased line capacity, with the Tanacom 1200 now boasting a line capacity of PE8/1000m.
Setting up the Daiwa Tanacom 1200 Electric Reel is also now easier than ever, with a redesigned menu system that's been simplified and carefully designed to offer easy user experience for first time users, as well as familiarity for long-time Daiwa dendoh fans. The Dot Monitor LCD screen has also been improved, with a brighter display and better viewing angles even when wearing polarised sunglasses.
Features:
- Dot LCD Display: Enables clear view from a large range of angles and light conditions.
- Line Counter: There’s no need to guess how much line you’ve got out anymore with Daiwa’s Line Counter letting your know exactly. Dropping your back down to the right depth has never been easier.
- Power Lever: This lever allows you to go from stop to start to full power with the flick of switch. It’s like stepping on the gas pedal to accelerate.
- Aluminium Body: Lightweight and incredibly strong, aluminium allows strength and weightlessness to be achieved without the cost and corrosion issues of other metals.
- Metal Ball Knob
Specs:
- Bearings - 11
- Drag Pressure - 25kg
- Gear Ratio - 2.1:1
- Spool Capacity - PE8/1000m
- Weight - 2040g
Rod - Daiwa Tanacom X 54XHST Bent Butt Swivel Tip Rod
The entry level of the new Tanacom rod series, the Daiwa Tanacom X is a perfect blend of performance and value to give more angler’s access to the bountiful deep waters of Australia’s oceans. Built on a composite graphite blank, Tanacom X exhibits a powerful but forgiving action suitable for turning bottom-hugging beasts like bar cod without being a broom stick and risk pulling hooks when that fish takes the final lunge. Adorned with a set of Seaguide heavy duty stainless steel frame guides, Tanacom X is capable of withstanding the heavy loads of repeated drops all day long.
Specs:
- Length - 5'4" (163cm)
- Pieces - 2pce at the butt
- Taper - Regular
- Action - XHeavy
- Recommended Line - PE6-10
Line - Dog Tooth Fluidcast X8 8 Carrier 80lb Braid - Approx 1000m
This line is ideal for deep dropping due to the 8 strand braid paired with the teflon coating, which combine to provide a round, thin and super smooth braid. Not only does the Teflon coating provide extra smoothness to the line, it also has water repellent properties so that the line doesn't soak up too much water and become heavy and lose strength over time.
When deep dropping you need a smooth braid to minimise friction and heat generation in the line due to the heavy weights and fish being hauled up, which is exactly what the Dog Tooth Fluidcast X8 achieves.