I'm in need of some help & a favor...

So I'm having pretty bad left shoulder issues that leaves me unable to use it for the most part. I can move my shoulder / arm some (enough to crank), but I can't bear any weight or pulling. I have my annual Westport Tuna outing this Sunday and there is no way I can roll with a right handed retrieve reel. I'm right handed but I prefer to reel left. Most boats have all right handed retrieve and possibly a single lefty on board. I have calls out to board brothers and the boat for assistance, BUT I can't take the chance and get over there to find out I'm hosed for the day.

I'm looking to see if anyone has and would be willing to loan me a non-level wind left handed Tuna reel for the day? I'd prefer something fast ala Avet, but will take any grinder. In return, I'll load it with 50 - 60 lb. braid and toss in some loins. I'm in the Woodinville / Snoho area and am willing to drive a bit for pick up. Alternatively, I will be driving out to Westport Saturday during the day and can make a side stop.

Any help would be most appreciated. Thank you for reading.

Nick

Never heard of left handed Tuna.

You are welcome to my Avet SX on a Lami Tri Flex 7' bait stick if you wish. Proven slayer, pm me for details.

Hi Kingdog - pm sent!

Hank - thanks. The docs want to give it a few weeks to see if the current treatments help before deciding on next steps (or surgery if it comes to it). I've already paid $500 into the trip, so there ain't no cowarding out.

If I can't get a lefty, I'll either reel in backwards or just pitch swim baits as you suggest. Not preferred, but beggars can't be choosers.

Sent ya one back.

Avet sx in silver for live bait...MX for trolling. Good luck,


SZ

Kingdog is the man! He went above and beyond - much to my great fortune and pleasure. He basically saved my butt (er shoulder) BIG time. It would have been a no-go for me without. Great gear and an even better guy! Thank you again KD for having the trust & heart to help another fellow fisherman and a complete stranger to boot! Looking forward to wetting a line with you one day.

As for the catchin'? Well, lets just say I have two bum shoulders now. We absolutely crushed it. Crushed. It. Full report and pics coming sometime. I gotta get cannin'.

Nice!