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 New baitcaster reel
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12/24/22 01:05 AM
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QuirkyCarp2000
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From the list below, if you were to buy one, which reel would you pick?
Pflueger Monarch
Quantum Invade
Abu Garcia Max Z
Abu Garcia Max X
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14573867
12/24/22 02:20 AM
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SteezMacQueen
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I wouldn’t. I don’t like any of them. I wouldn’t even really be happy getting them for free. I’d probably just pay em forward.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#14573876
12/24/22 02:28 AM
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tmd11111
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I wouldn’t. I don’t like any of them. I wouldn’t even really be happy getting them for free. I’d probably just pay em forward. Agreed, but then again I'm a tackle snob.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14573880
12/24/22 02:31 AM
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prosise
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Made in Japan Shimano. Not saying anything negative on the reels you listed, just what I have experienced in the last 30 years. The older Shimano reels are really good. As I service them, I cannot say anything bad about them.
I don't know anything about any of the reels you listed. Good luck on the new reel search.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14573885
12/24/22 02:38 AM
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Mac Town Fuzz
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I would save my money and get a shimano SLX or Daiwa Fuego.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14573886
12/24/22 02:40 AM
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Topwater2
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FishKen
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: Topwater2]
#14573912
12/24/22 03:18 AM
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tmd11111
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Lew's it’s just another Doyo.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14573915
12/24/22 03:21 AM
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Jersey Dan
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Don't waste your money on that junk. Get a curado
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#14573966
12/24/22 05:26 AM
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Finesse EMPEROR/ Dropshot King
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I wouldn’t. I don’t like any of them. I wouldn’t even really be happy getting them for free. I’d probably just pay em forward. +1
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#14574016
12/24/22 12:39 PM
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Les Ems
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I wouldn’t. I don’t like any of them. I wouldn’t even really be happy getting them for free. I’d probably just pay em forward. Thats what I would say also
Maverick Pro Guide Service
201 Stratos w/225 Etec HO
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14574467
12/24/22 06:10 PM
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ezbassin
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From the list below, if you were to buy one, which reel would you pick?
Pflueger Monarch
Quantum Invade
Abu Garcia Max Z
Abu Garcia Max X None of those. Go with Shimano, Daiwa, or Lews. instead.
Last edited by ezbassin; 12/24/22 06:12 PM.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: QuirkyCarp2000]
#14574719
12/24/22 10:16 PM
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ogles824 (aka Lakewaydr50)
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I fish with Quantum, Abu Garcia, Lew's, and Shimano. I prefer Abu Garcia but just slightly edging out Shimano. Never had Pfluger gear but they have been around as long as I can remember. They couldn't stay in business this long without making quality gear.
2012 ZX200 Skeeter 2012 Yamaha 200 SHO Isaiah 40:31 "but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Proud student of the Pro Staffer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzwF72B2F2w&t=14s
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: Jersey Dan]
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12/24/22 10:18 PM
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Minner Bucket
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Don't waste your money on that junk. Get a curado Yep
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: Minner Bucket]
#14576102
12/26/22 04:47 PM
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coosa
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I don't know about any on your list, but I can tell you that an ABU Silver Max is a decent starter reel and it's in the same price range. I bought one about 10 years ago to leave in the shed by my pond. It gets used 4 or 5 times a year and has held up well. It's not quite as smooth as my better reels, and doesn't cast quite as far, but it works fine for the pond.
If you are going to be a tournament bass fisherman who fished 200 days a year, I would say to avoid any $50 reels. They won't hold up and you will end up spending more money replacing them. But if you are an occasional fisherman you might get by ok with one. Good luck deciding.
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Re: New baitcaster reel
[Re: ezbassin]
#14576994
12/27/22 02:33 PM
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Jaredk
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From the list below, if you were to buy one, which reel would you pick?
Pflueger Monarch
Quantum Invade
Abu Garcia Max Z
Abu Garcia Max X None of those. Go with Shimano, Daiwa, or Lews. instead. You do realize that Lews is literally the same garbage right?
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