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Recommend a crappie reel
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11/29/17 05:53 PM
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Todd C.
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Hey there fellas. I have been out of the crappie game for a bit and I am currently revamping my gear. I have really liked my Proangler rods I recently purchased but am looking to pair one with a new small spinning, or baitcasting reel. What brands, models, and sizes do some of your pros prefer?? My budget caps out at $100, although I would like to spend less so I could possibly buy 2 at the same time. Any input is greatly appreciated! Here is my current setup. Untitled by Todd Crawford, on Flickr
PB-11.7lbs
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
[Re: Todd C.]
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11/29/17 06:01 PM
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JIM SR.
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I recently bought 2 Abu Garcia Black Max size 10 spinning reels, love them. I use 20 pound braid with 8 pound 15 feet mono leaders. about $30
Last edited by JIM SR.; 11/29/17 06:02 PM.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/29/17 06:01 PM
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canyoncreek06
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I prefer the Shimano Sienna or Syncopate spinning reels in the 1000 series. They usually can be found for under $30. One has the infinite anti reverse and the other has a "trigger" to flip the bail to allow for one handed casting. I really like the trigger as it allows me to make flip the bait a short distance with only one hand.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/29/17 07:17 PM
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UJC
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I recently bought 2 Abu Garcia Black Max size 10 spinning reels, love them. I use 20 pound braid with 8 pound 15 feet mono leaders. about $30 The Black Max is a great setup with the ProAnglers regardless of rod length including the dock shooter. I saw some the other day online for $20. I have forgotten the site, sorry.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/29/17 09:49 PM
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MrRoachie
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https://m.ebay.com/itm/11BB-Ball-Bearing...-1/272394471797I just bought a couple and am very pleased. I know a couple of people who use these quite regularly and one is a guide.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/29/17 09:51 PM
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MrRoachie
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https://m.ebay.com/itm/11BB-Ball-Bearing...-1/272394471797I just bought a couple and am very pleased. I know a couple of people who use these quite regularly and one is a guide.
God loves you just as much as anybody else!!
Jesus offered His life as a gift for you. Please accept it!
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/29/17 11:56 PM
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REDGUN
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+1 on these reels. I have 8-10 of them. Figured they would work, and after the gears "died" I could just keep the spool (as a spare) for one of the other reels. Been using them for 2 years and have not broke/stripped one yet. Order ASAP, takes about 30 days for them to come in.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/30/17 01:11 AM
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Gonzalezlg
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What model do you use, want to order some.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/30/17 01:57 AM
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Gamblinman
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/30/17 01:58 AM
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Gamblinman
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/30/17 02:56 AM
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MrRoachie
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What model do you use, want to order some. The 1000 are plenty big. Not a micro
God loves you just as much as anybody else!!
Jesus offered His life as a gift for you. Please accept it!
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/30/17 04:03 AM
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Grainraiser
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I wish you would have posted this earlier. Bass Pro had Pflueger Presidents on sale for $30 last week. IF I had to buy some reels right now I would but some Shimano Sienna's. You can get them for $30 at Academy Sports store. There no need to spend big bucks on a crappie reel.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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11/30/17 11:58 PM
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SenkoSam
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11BB Ball Bearings Spinning Reel
Pretty inexpensive. Anti-reverse infinite or top center engage?
Last edited by SenkoSam; 12/01/17 01:44 AM.
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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12/01/17 01:11 PM
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Jason Burton Guide Service
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Like Roachie said, those are great little reels. I have been using them for a couple of years with absolutely no issues. They will even handle the occasional hybrid that jumps on my jig!
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Re: Recommend a crappie reel
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12/01/17 01:16 PM
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Gamblinman
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I've had bass to 9 lbs and flatheads to 26 lbs on my 500 series Shimano's with no problems yet. Some of my reels are 10 years old and never touched other than changing line.
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