Just received a new Power Tackle composite cranker 7’3” rod as a gift and now need a reel. It’s been awhile since I’ve looked at baitcasting reels. I’m more familiar with spinning reels.

Need some suggestions on baitcasting reel for fishing spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, square bills.

I would prefer to stay in $150 — $200 range and $250 probably my upper limit..

Diawa Tatula SV 6.8:1 or 7.3:1...it's a great reel for what you have above.

this. but if you want a chucker....not a big fan of the company any more...but the BB1s still feel good and cast well even though i cant say that for the rest of the Lews lineup

Tatula SV is what I utilize for my square bills. I'm a fan of 1.5 size therefore you need an sv style reel to help cast and get distance even in the wind.

What is your budget?? I would opt for a 2020 Metanium 150 B HG. But if that is too rich for your blood then I would grab a Curado 200 or Curado 150 MGL if you can find one.

SLX DC for a baller on a budget

2020 Metanium 150

2000 Scorpion Metanium MG's used out of Japan for about $100. I just bought 2 more. They have a few more right handers. I buy lefties.

I have a few of these. They can chunk a good ways. User friendly too.

This or the Tatula CT in the same gear ratio's.

The BB1 pro and the Super Duty's are great reels.

The Daiwa Tatula CT works very well for crank baits also, including square bills.

I like Abu Garcia Revo STX.

Thanks to everyone for responding. I appreciate your info.