New to bait casting reels and thinking about getting one. I don't want to put out the money for 100 reel. So do anyone have any good options on a good low end model casting reel?

mo.the BASS PRO Extreme is a good reel for the price,$80.00 got 6 had them for 6 OR 7 years still going strong.They have changed since I got mine,look at the EXT10 in the speed you like...

I prefer Shimano reels, but the Citica retails for $119. I strongly recommend that you scrape together the few extra bucks to get this reel. The lower end Shimanos suck, so if you really insist on your $80 limit, I would check out the Daiwa Exceler if I were you. Pretty nice reel.

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Daiwa Exceler, great reel. Sells for 79.95 and can be had for lower on occasion.

the ONLY reel I'd give a 100% recommendation at less than $80 is an Ambassadeur C3 (and not the BCX).

I'd think a 4600C3 would make a great first reel that will stand up as well as anything. Academy has them for $68.99 iirc.

If you fish a lot and only have one reel you'll go thru $80 reels like a hot knife thru butter, I know I did when I first started fishing.

Academy's H2O's

I have two new reels for sale. Identical to the C3. Called Black Max 5500. W/ your choice of 5'6' pistol grip, or 6' BPS Graphite Series rods. Only asking $60 for the combo. See my post in the classifieds. "Houston-Abu Baitcasters..."

abu black max is a good one to start with. wont break your wallet either

H2O Express reels from Academy or Bass Pro Tournament LTD

Daiwa Exceler is awesome and well under that price.

Have bought and used several Revo S for under $70 off the internet. Excellant reels to boot!