I agree with Lewes I have the $70 one and I love it super smooth

Shimano Casistas 150


Have you seen these? I just bought one for a buddy of mine and man it's a sweet reel. It has a buttery smooth retrieve, feels sturdy but lightweight, and it just looks good. I really like they way it fits in my hand, very comfortable. These reels were just brought out by Shimano and I know they're gonna be a hit! Get you one, you won't regret it.

Daiwa Tatula or the new Tatula CT that just came out. Available at Tackle Warehouse.

Don't shy away from used. The major brands, Abu, Shimano, etc, are almost all serviceable. Some guys on here clean them or there is southwest parts and supply. I keep an eye on Anglers Pro Tackle for the used ones, bought two Ardent Apex from them recently at a great price.

yep you can get good deals on used reels

Shimano Casistas

This ^^^^^ IF a smaller size reel is what you're looking for.

For the money...Bass Pro Shop "Pro Qualifiers" (99.00)

^This. They go on sale a couple times a year for 1/2 price. You're not gonna find a better deal than that

The New Daiwa Fuego.....

Lew's Speed Spool. Since 1975.

Lews LFS are hard to beat

Lews

Lews mg.

Lew's

+1 on this statement.

[quote=Ban-D]Under $100.00 the h20 express mettle is the bast reel period.If you're looking for $100.00 and up then the lews speed spool lfs is $100.00 and the best bang for the buck.