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Which reel?
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01/21/20 08:34 PM
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SlowDown
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I need to buy a new reel that will help me make longer casts. I will use it on a 7โ MH, fast action, bait casting rod that is rated for baits between 1/4 and 1 ounce. I understand that line size, filling the reel spool almost to the top, and other factors come into play for long distance casting.
I like low profile reels, but would not rule out other styles. Which reel, at a cost not exceeding about $175 would you suggest? Thanks for your help.
Last edited by SlowDown; 01/21/20 08:43 PM.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13411865
01/21/20 09:21 PM
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ETXfisher91
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I know you said you like low profile, but i have an abu garcia toro beast if interested... I used it this past weekend for the first time and It doesn't fit my style. I dont like it.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13411880
01/21/20 09:34 PM
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hopalong
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look at the lews wide spool, I just got 2 in 6.3:1 and love them so far. scroll down for gear ratios, they have them in a few. https://www.lews.com/casting/superdutywide
Last edited by hopalong; 01/21/20 09:45 PM.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13411883
01/21/20 09:35 PM
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Chug-bug-bang1
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Daiwa Lexa 300HL
Retails around $175-180 online
Last edited by Chug-bug-bang1; 01/21/20 09:37 PM.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13411988
01/21/20 10:56 PM
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SteezMacQueen
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Get a Shimano SLX DC. It will sling baits way longer distances, since you can rare back on it and chunk with confidence, knowing itโs really hard to backlash.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412355
01/22/20 04:51 AM
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Big hoss
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412359
01/22/20 04:57 AM
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dk2429
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Majek 22 Extreme/225 Optimax Pro XS hauled by a 2500HD Duramax
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412382
01/22/20 10:33 AM
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Finesse EMPEROR/ Dropshot King
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The reels are great when it comes to casting etc... but Iโve serviced about 8 concept Aโs with broken main gears with teeth broken off. The gears are just pot metal so please know this before going and spending a ton of money on these reels. Plus getting parts from 13 fishing is a pain in the butt.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412527
01/22/20 02:22 PM
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SlowDown
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Thanks for your replies. This is very helpful.
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412548
01/22/20 02:39 PM
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Topwater2
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FishKen
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412551
01/22/20 02:41 PM
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Jerry713
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The reels are great when it comes to casting etc... but Iโve serviced about 8 concept Aโs with broken main gears with teeth broken off. The gears are just pot metal so please know this before going and spending a ton of money on these reels. Plus getting parts from 13 fishing is a pain in the butt. I've been doing quite a bit of research looking at a new reel for myself. When it comes to the Concept A the feedback is about 80/20. 80% negative and 20% positive. No way I would pay more than about 20 bucks for one of these reels. I'm a budget minded guy and I like the Lew's line of reels between $120 & 160. I think they give the best performance for the money.
You get out of it what you put into it!
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412552
01/22/20 02:42 PM
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ko bass attack 27
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The Shimano K series Curado is another good option .
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412553
01/22/20 02:43 PM
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RonL
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I'd go with the Lews or the Shimano that was suggested . But Abu Garcias are really nice too .
RonL
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Re: Which reel?
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#13412570
01/22/20 02:50 PM
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hopalong
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I'd go with the Lews or the Shimano that was suggested . But Abu Garcias are really nice too . I really like my revo winches in 5:1, have 5 of the first revo premiers that are good too but the new lews I have I like a lot better. had air bearings put in the premiers and about to do the same to the winches.
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