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 Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 12:39 AM
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TeamRoost316
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 Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:04 AM
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HawgHauler
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Never fished an H20 but I can tell you with great certainty that the cheap Abus are pretty much garbage. I've heard nothing but good things about the H20 reels.
I have a Largemouth at home....sometimes she lets me go fishing.
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:11 AM
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Ranger_520
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i have used the Mettles and they will cast a mile...nice reel for the price. I have never used the black max, but I do have a pro max - 79.00 reel on a rod I didnt use too much and I have no complaints with it...landed quite a few 3-4 lbers with it....just have to tweak it right so the thing doesnt bird nest on you....after that ..your good
2002 Ranger Commanche 520DVX 2007 Evinrude 225 H.O. ETEC Nathan Hunter CPT,US Army Ft. Eustis, Va www.cqbassin.com
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:14 AM
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ChanceHuiet
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H2O mettle is a great reels for the price. Id buy one ovEr any Abu reel personally but that's just me.
I can backlash toilet paper.
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:17 AM
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5Redman8
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Out of those 2.....Mettle for sure.
I would watch and wait for a Used Citica or Curado. Even used they will be better reels!
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:18 AM
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TeamRoost316
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Thanks for the input guys!
Motorcross racer and fisherman.
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:20 AM
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Fishin Machine
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What application are you gonna be using the reel for?
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:28 AM
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TeamRoost316
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Bass fishing in small lakes
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 01:31 AM
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Fishin Machine
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What application are you gonna be using the reel for? Like Crankbaits, Worm, Spinnerbaits..etc You might want a different gear ratio for these different applications
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 02:07 AM
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 02:31 AM
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Bayou Burner
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 03:04 AM
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Nic Jones
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I bought a Mettle after owning some real cheapo's... And it was like an entirely different fishing experience. Though I have no experience on any of the abu garcia reels. I am highly pleased and would buy another one.
Last edited by Nic Jones; 04/12/12 03:05 AM.
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 07:38 PM
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onthebank
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I've heard good things about the Mettles but have never used them. I have two black max reels from the early 90's that still work like a champ. I haven't used the new ones but they look good. I would be worried about parts one the Mettle if it broke.
"That's thirty minutes away. I'll be there in ten".~Winston Wolf
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Re: Choosing a reel need help!
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04/12/12 07:49 PM
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Lip Grip
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I've heard good things about the Mettles but have never used them. I have two black max reels from the early 90's that still work like a champ. I haven't used the new ones but they look good. I would be worried about parts one the Mettle if it broke. If it breaks carry it back to Academy, they'll replace it. I have 2 and they are good reels for the $.
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