Long Time Member Albert Nakaji has wanted an Everol for a long time.
I am Humbled to Make it Happen for him.
He helped me a lot when I first came here. As well as Sal, Bryan, Alan and many others.
Feels Good to pay it forward.
Enjoy it my Friend. ;)
Wow, what a beautiful reel, Daron, way to go buddy!
That's fantastic Daron - the ohana is strong this week!
Albert's done a lot for a lot of members here.
He connected me with my BeastMaster 50/80 - all the way from the Big Island to Aotearoa.
I thought of Albert when I had it out trolling for bluefin recently.
Congrats mate, she's a beauty.
Enjoy, Justin
Wow, now that's a nice reel. Way to go,
someone needs a custom rod with green accents!!!!!
I knew Albert is sharp, but if that is engraved to his wife then he's a genius.
-s
Wow! Cool reel!
Good job Daron! I'm sure you made both very happy.
Albert is a cool guy!
Sal
You're a class act Daron...enjoy that reel Albert! 8)
Quote from: oc1 on August 05, 2020, 07:30:09 AM
I knew Albert is sharp, but if that is engraved to his wife then he's a genius.
-s
Like!
This an older thread but I just stumbled upon it. Thank you Shark Hunter. As you stated, I've been wanting an Everol all of my adult life. I first read about it in, "Big Fish and Blue Water: Gamefishing in the Pacific" byPeter Goadby. There was no internet in those days and I was not able to get any information about Everol. I got a Penn International instead and was disappointed with it. Trashed it and gave it away.
My "daily drivers" were Penn Senators, from 4/0 to 14/0. Caught lots of fish with them, especially the 14/0. My wife even caught a record size sailfish with the 14/0. Sold it earlier this year. The other 14/0 I had went over a 30' cliff and shattered on the rocks below. That's the disadvantage of the 14/0, it's very heavy and is not meant to walk around with. My new 12/0 was stolen and I replaced it with several used ones. Somehow they didn't feel "right" in a way I can't describe. Even so, I still have 2 or 3 of them (lost track).
I then got Shimano Beastmaster reels: 80s and then a 130. I liked them and still have them and use them. Parts are hard to get. Anyone know where I can get the drag disk for the 80s and 130? Dawn apparently does not have them.
S
Then almost 50 years after first learning about Everol reels, I finally got one. Hallelujah. I expect to use it in January if not sooner. Even so, I'm already entertaining thoughts of acquiring another one, the 14/0 size. That will only happen if I experience an occasion when the 12/0 is insufficient, so it may never happen.
Again, it was Daron who made my lifetime dream possible. Much mahalo, Shark Hunter, I will not forget this. I am in your debt.
Well said Albert, nice work Daron, cheers Don.
Hi Albert,you one lucky man! Malama goes around and comes around. I know Papaikou, up the road from Wainaku. Know the Yamashita family? Heard a lot of fishing stories especially down by the old sugar mill. Hope to be a kamaaina again soon.
-Stan
Great to hear the history Albert - stoked for ya!
If you ever decide to part with one of your 80/130s, I'm your man ;) ;D
Looking forward to hearing the trip reports when you get the 'Green Machine' out on the water.
All the best mate, Justin
Almost too purty to fish
You're a good man Daron !! ...btw my wife's name is Nancy G. ;D ;D
Ted
Good Ohana spirit!!
Wow, how did I miss this? that's a beautiful reel!!!
I'm just paying it forward. Something a Great Man taught me. ;)
Wow Daron...just saw this....
what an awesome example of the true Ohana spirit....
Pretty sure I know what "great man " you are referring to, But, there are many of them here!, including you my friend! Way to lead by example, and Im sure that "great man" is smiling down at you......Thanks for a boost in confidence that the Ohana spirit is still alive and well...
Brett
Quote from: Makule on December 09, 2020, 08:04:18 AMI expect to use it in January if not sooner.
Take a picture when you do Albert. We'll be right here..... waiting. :)
-steve
Daron may not be Hawaiian or from Hawaii but he truly reflects the spirit of ohana as the Hawaiians meant it to be.
Quote from: bhale1 on December 12, 2020, 02:57:46 AM
Wow Daron...just saw this....
what an awesome example of the true Ohana spirit....
Pretty sure I know what "great man " you are referring to, But, there are many of them here!, including you my friend! Way to lead by example, and Im sure that "great man" is smiling down at you......Thanks for a boost in confidence that the Ohana spirit is still alive and well...
Brett
Glock 26?
Nice reel BTW!
Yes, G26 ;D
Pouch pirates beware,,,, :o,,,,,,,, ;D
Here is the rod.
https://icedrive.net/0/1cERSrrdRC (https://icedrive.net/0/1cERSrrdRC)
https://icedrive.net/0/91u8EM5y3f (https://icedrive.net/0/91u8EM5y3f)
Quote from: alantani on August 05, 2020, 05:45:41 AM
someone needs a custom rod with green accents!!!!!
so, have the ohana green reel caught any fish yet?
Yes, a few kamanu (AKA rainbow runner or Hawaiian Salmon) https://drive.google.com/file/d/18HFVk2eznI4P9itC3_66mZGOSB4gHKON/view?usp=sharing
Notice the hook is not in the mouth. This particular hook seems to catch the eye quite frequently (3x) and sometimes on other parts of the body. The fish is only about 4 pounds.
Haven't gotten any large strikes yet except for a 50 footer. It was white and blue. Made the reel scream until it finally stopped and I tightened the drag (but took the rod out of the holder when the butt started to bend). Sat on the ground, put the rod straight, and held on to the spool to prevent any more line from going out. Eventually, it got away and I got everything back, bait included.
Quote from: steelfish on August 17, 2021, 06:42:30 PM
so, have the ohana green reel caught any fish yet?