Lews Vs. Shimano 2024
Nathan_Hardin1 reply :
Ok guys ith me again. I round up $120, im looking for a new reel to pair wih my duckett ghost instead of my bps pro qualifier. I have looked and looked and looked for reels around $120. I saw the new reels from Lews and shimano. The new Mach 1 speed spool. And the casitas from shimano. What do you guys think
Basswhippa reply :
I have a 20 year old Shimano Calcutta that fishes good as new. I have Curados that are nearly as old that fish as well. I would look for a deal on a new Citica. I think you can find one in your range. Lews get pretty good reviews, but they don't have the history of Shimano. If one guy disappears, you are messed over. I will say in such a case you might still get parts from a Revo or Phlueger as they are Chinese clones.
bassbassontherange reply :
If you have 120 bones I'd buy the Curado I on sale (you'd have to come up with an extra 10 or 20) or just buy it online. Save your money for however long you need and just get the next tier of reels up from what you're asking about. They're worth it. I prefer the shimano offerings at $130+. If you're going less expensive, Lew's makes a lot of sense.
no39 reply :
I'd imagine reels at the same price point perform similarly. I would try to focus more on the the ergonomics of the reel more than anything. Each manufacturer tends to design things a bit differently than others. Some designs simply feel better than in my hands than others. I am very partial ergonomics of most shimanos. In fact, it's the only brand of reel I use. There's a brand new revo s sitting on a shelf that is reserved for backup. I don't think it's bad reel, it just never felt comfortable. My suggestion would be to go to a store and just feel out the reel a bit. Don't get hung up on colors or manufacturer.
Turkey sandwich reply :
I don't stress much over spinning reels the way I do wish baitcasters. (The difference between a quality and mediocre is a much wider gap with baitcasters and one that doesn't cast well can ruin time on the water) I have a bunch of Chronarch's that I bought around $200/apiece and they cast well, fit great in my hand, and only backlash if I really screw up, or cast terribly into the wind without adjusting the break accordingly. I can typically fish them with both brakes backed off almost completely, relying only on my thumb.
I also have a Lews Speed Spool BBS that I picked up on sale for around $130 (right around your price range), that has given me headaches with backlashes, I think, from spooling with too light a braid (20lb PP Slick) and casting with a ***** rod (old Ugly stick that's up next to be replaced). When the Lews has casted well, it's been fantastic. If anyone else can provide feedback on the Lews, it might be a great option around that price point.
k3bass reply :
Good luck getting parts for your 20 year old shimanos.On 8/1/2015 at 5:48 AM, Basswhippa said:I have a 20 year old Shimano Calcutta that fishes good as new. I have Curados that are nearly as old that fish as well. I would look for a deal on a new Citica. I think you can find one in your range. Lews get pretty good reviews, but they don't have the history of Shimano. If one guy disappears, you are messed over. I will say in such a case you might still get parts from a Revo or Phlueger as they are Chinese clones.
I have old curado d's that still fish well but that has nothing to do with they reels the make now.
Chinese clones?
k3bass reply :
I would spend an extra 10 or 15 bucks and get a lews tournament pro and be done.
FishTank reply :
If you want to go with a Shimano I would save up a few bucks and pick up the new Curado or the Citica.
The lews you picked is pretty solid as well. There have been several positive threads about it.
robster80 reply :
it would be no question - curado i for $129
Big Bait Fishing reply :
i just recently made the switch from Abu Garcia to Lew's reels , i have a Tournament MG and a Tournament Lite and in the process of getting a BB2 Pro , These reels are Very good and cast great , to top it all off , their customer service is AAA plus !!! awhile back ( 8 years ago ) i had a shimano rod that broke so i went to their Irvine headquarters and talked with the people there and was left with a bad taste , that said , customer service is key to me , Lew's products and customer service is very good , you can buy with confidence ....
Big Bait Fishing reply :
On 8/2/2015 at 12:03 AM, pgersumky said:i just recently made the switch from Abu Garcia to Lew's reels , i have a Tournament MG and a Tournament Lite and in the process of getting a BB2 Pro , These reels are Very good and cast great , to top it all off , their customer service is AAA plus !!! awhile back ( 8 years ago ) i had a shimano rod that broke so i went to their Irvine headquarters and talked with the people there and was left with a bad taste , that said , customer service is key to me , Lew's products and customer service is very good , you can buy with confidence ....
i wrote this not as a bash , but to point out that customer service should also be a big consideration before making a tackle purchase , these days with reels and rods costing hundreds of dollars , you have to be able to buy with confidence that a manufacturer will back up their product and that they can answer any question you have . that said , first impressions are big , too many options out there ....
jtharris3 reply :
On 8/1/2015 at 9:24 PM, robster80 said:it would be no question - curado i for $129
Where are you seeing it for that price?
bootytrain reply :
You can find the Citica I for 118 on ebay
Raul reply :
Shimano no questions asked.
HoosierHawgs reply :
Shimano isn't very good about getting parts to older model reels either really. Daiwa is the best as far as that department is concerned.On 8/1/2015 at 5:48 AM, Basswhippa said:I have a 20 year old Shimano Calcutta that fishes good as new. I have Curados that are nearly as old that fish as well. I would look for a deal on a new Citica. I think you can find one in your range. Lews get pretty good reviews, but they don't have the history of Shimano. If one guy disappears, you are messed over. I will say in such a case you might still get parts from a Revo or Phlueger as they are Chinese clones.
HoosierHawgs reply :
Honey Creek Tackle in Bargersville selling them out for that price... Or were.On 8/2/2015 at 1:54 AM, jtharris3 said:Where are you seeing it for that price?
Raul reply :
On 8/2/2015 at 3:38 AM, HoosierHawgs said:Shimano isn't very good about getting parts to older model reels either really. Daiwa is the best as far as that department is concerned.
With Shimano you won't need parts for older reels, older Shimano reels are not indestructible but purty darn close to be.
stkbassn reply :
Shimano.
Darren. reply :
I refuse to participate in this thread...
That said.
<cough>SHIMANO</cough>
Weld's Largemouth reply :
Both are equals to me. I just like lews' innovation
John G reply :
Pretend that you are buying for your son and you are buying him his first .22. Naturally, you would start him off right and you would buy him a Remington. Same with his first baitcaster. Start him off right and get the best and the best is of course, Shimano.
robster80 reply :
^ well said
masterbass reply :
Shimano.
Jon G reply :
Shimano
Joe H. reply :
Another vote for shimano. Only way to go. 
bass raider reply :
X2On 8/3/2015 at 2:37 AM, Joe H. said:Another vote for shimano. Only way to go.
Kyle46N reply :
I just bought two of the new Lews Tournament MB's on Ebay for 115 each. I've been able to use them side by side with the Tournament Pro, and they feel and cast the same in my opinion. Sweet reels. I'd put them up against a Curado anyday. Especially for that price.
chubaka reply :
Abu Garcia
webertime reply :
I have an affinity for products made by the same people the market them. IE Shimanos are built by Shimano... I have always had better luck with products made by the people who put their name on them be it cycling, climbing, fishing, etc.
Shimano Citica I is readily available for ~$120...
I will say this, and not to be a Debbie Downer. A Citica I's performance (or a Curado I or any Lews I've tried) is not $120 better than the Pro Qualifiers that I have used/owned.
bassbassontherange reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 2:50 AM, webertime said:
I will say this, and not to be a Debbie Downer. A Citica I's performance (or a Curado I or any Lews I've tried) is not $120 better than the Pro Qualifiers that I have used/owned.
That's really a relative statement. It depends on the user and how much money they'll devote to fishing gear. Someone who fishes multiple times a week, or has a higher income will feel justified in spending more $$$ on a reel that's only slightly better.
Look at it this way: You wanted a new Curado I, but because you didn't believe it was worth $140 at the time, you bought a reel that was $100. Ten years later, when a Curado would have been going as strong as ever (and heck, maybe the alternative reel is also), could you justify the reel you REALLY wanted for 4$/year more? I sure as heck can.
Get what you want. If you don't have the money, save for it. If you're buying a good reel, what you spend is worth whatever the cost of regret may be otherwise.
It sucks always seeing something in the window that you wish you had.
jitterbug127 reply :
i am a lews man myself. the quality for the money is unbeatable. very smooth, durable, and lightweight. everything I need. The reels just set up really well in my hands, and are comfortable to throw all day. I have 4 Lews reels now, and I do not see buying anything not Lews for a long time. Plus the customer service in great!
Raul reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 3:11 AM, bassbassontherange said:That's really a relative statement. It depends on the user and how much money they'll devote to fishing gear. Someone who fishes multiple times a week, or has a higher income will feel justified in spending more $$$ on a reel that's only slightly better.
Look at it this way: You wanted a new Curado I, but because you didn't believe it was worth $140 at the time, you bought a reel that was $100. Ten years later, when a Curado would have been going as strong as ever (and heck, maybe the alternative reel is also), could you justify the reel you REALLY wanted for 4$/year more? I sure as heck can.
Get what you want. If you don't have the money, save for it. If you're buying a good reel, what you spend is worth whatever the cost of regret may be otherwise.
It sucks always seeing something in the window that you wish you had.
Back in 1994 when I purchased my first Curado 200 B I paid for it the obscene amount of $120 bones, it´s 2015, 20 years have passed and I bet I can squeeze another 20 years of beating out of that reel, so 6 bucks a year so far ain´t bad.
bootytrain reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 2:50 AM, webertime said:I have an affinity for products made by the same people the market them. IE Shimanos are built by Shimano... I have always had better luck with products made by the people who put their name on them be it cycling, climbing, fishing, etc.
Shimano Citica I is readily available for ~$120...
I will say this, and not to be a Debbie Downer. A Citica I's performance (or a Curado I or any Lews I've tried) is not $120 better than the Pro Qualifiers that I have used/owned.
This guy has a different opinion on the Curado I vs the Pro Q lol
https://youtu.be/0ExQlbk8GV4
zachb34 reply :
If it matters to you, the Shimano reels always hold their value. Especially the curado series. The 200E7 curados have been discontinued for years and are still going as high as $180 on auction sites.
kingmotorboat reply :
I've never been a shimano fan. I've used a curado and wasn't impressed. I own.a lews tournament mb and absolutely love it. With all this being said I'm thinking about getting a citica I they look and feel amazing and seem like a workhorse of a reel
Jon G reply :
I guess I should add on to why I say Shimano.
Everything about Shimano screams quality. They have been around for a long time and they have continuously produced quality reels. When I pick one up and use it my reaction every time is "D**n this is nice"
Don't get me wrong I've had a Lews Tourney Pro and it was a nice reel I just wasn't as impressed with it as I was with a Shimano. The other thing for me at least is I don't see much of a difference between a vast majority of Lews models besides an ounce or two of weight shed off.
robster80 reply :
shimano for me also. i had a lews TP and didnt care much for it.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 8/2/2015 at 11:34 AM, John G said:Pretend that you are buying for your son and you are buying him his first .22. Naturally, you would start him off right and you would buy him a Remington. Same with his first baitcaster. Start him off right and get the best and the best is of course, Shimano.
So you're assuming that just because that is your personal preference that it's the best? I've seen a lot of problems with Remington's lately, so saying that it would be the "right" rifle just because of the brand name would make me believe the child has more sense than you. There is no "best," it is all personal preference. As of all the reels I've used, my personal favorite brand is Daiwa. My personal favorite .22LR is the S&W M&P15-22. Just because that is your preferred brand, doesn't make it "right" for someone else.
Josh Smith reply :
Shimano, or Swedish-built Abu Garcia.
As far as I'm concerned, most of the rest are just carbon copies of each other.
Josh
Turkey sandwich reply :
Update on my Speed Spool BB1. This weekend I fished it in my crankbait Rod in place of my Chronarch 50E. I had a weird time getting the brakes under control... I've never had this kind of trouble with a reel. Once I did, and with a very active thumb, it was casting a mile. Maybe it's because I've gotten so used to the reliability and ease of use of my Chronarch's, but I'll likely be buying more of them over a comparable Lews.
Like others have mentioned, it's totally worth it to get what you want/the better option if it means less frustration and more time enjoying your time on the water, even if it involves a little more time saving up. I can justify saving money on spinning reels, but not casting. The difference can be huge.
offsidewing reply :
I had a Lew's BB1 Pro that I sold to fund a Shimano Metanium DC. I didn't realize how good the BB1 Pro was until I owned a Shimano.
Caliyak reply :
In Spanish: Chee ma noo
zeth reply :
Quantum
Big Bait Fishing reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 9:51 AM, offsidewing said:I had a Lew's BB1 Pro that I sold to fund a Shimano Metanium DC. I didn't realize how good the BB1 Pro was until I owned a Shimano.
k3bass reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 6:57 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:So you're assuming that just because that is your personal preference that it's the best? I've seen a lot of problems with Remington's lately, so saying that it would be the "right" rifle just because of the brand name would make me believe the child has more sense than you. There is no "best," it is all personal preference. As of all the reels I've used, my personal favorite brand is Daiwa. My personal favorite .22LR is the S&W M&P15-22. Just because that is your preferred brand, doesn't make it "right" for someone else.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^This!
John G reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 6:57 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:So you're assuming that just because that is your personal preference that it's the best? I've seen a lot of problems with Remington's lately, so saying that it would be the "right" rifle just because of the brand name would make me believe the child has more sense than you. There is no "best," it is all personal preference. As of all the reels I've used, my personal favorite brand is Daiwa. My personal favorite .22LR is the S&W M&P15-22. Just because that is your preferred brand, doesn't make it "right" for someone else.
8 year old boys are generally happy with their first rifle and I don't know too many 8 year old boys that have a personal preference when it comes to 22 rifles. Wrong brand or not, it's still his first rifle and he will appreciate it unless he is a total ingrate. Btw, I have no idea what kind of problems that Remington is having nowadays but I would not hesitate to buy a 30 year old Remington for my son to get him what I, his father, thinks is the right rifle. Geeeez
John G reply :
This guy pronounces Daiwa Tatula way different than I do. I say it like spatula. He says Tatoola.On 8/4/2015 at 3:42 AM, bootytrain said:This guy has a different opinion on the Curado I vs the Pro Q lol
https://youtu.be/0ExQlbk8GV4
bootytrain reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 3:23 AM, John G said:This guy pronounces Daiwa Tatula way different than I do. I say it like spatula. He says Tatoola.
His vid had some misinfo but I was entertained lol. You can't deny his experiences with both reels though.
John G reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 3:26 AM, bootytrain said:His vid had some misinfo but I was entertained lol. You can't deny his experiences with both reels though.
Yes, a little bit of misinformation but I like it in that he he just another person taking the time to put together videos for us to watch on YouTube.
boostr reply :
Lew's!
boostr reply :
Plus I like the shwag you can get thru their rebates when you get there higher end reels...
Raul reply :
Daiwas are really very nice reels, I have a few ones but really I don´t think they would last as long as a Shimano, my oldest Daiwa is a PT33SH, not a bad reel, it did need a drag pad upgrade ( the original stock drag was ----> junk ! ), I also have some TDZs and with the exception of one all have gone for a drag pad upgrade. I heaven´t tried their new offerings since I still have several reels that are NIB. The Procaster PR100H was an excellent reel for very little money ( like 70 bucks ).
deep reply :
A wannabe vs the industry leader.
At least all this competition is making Shimano and Daiwa work harder. Got no complaints there.
KP Duty reply :
I don't fish lews, but they represent more of a second comming than a wanna-be. In the late 80's I knew guys that wouldn't have traded their old green lews for my shiny new abu xlt plus.On 8/5/2015 at 4:06 AM, deep said:A wannabe vs the industry leader.
At least all this competition is making Shimano and Daiwa work harder. Got no complaints there.
bassbassontherange reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 4:06 AM, deep said:A wannabe vs the industry leader.
At least all this competition is making Shimano and Daiwa work harder. Got no complaints there.
Haha. I'm a Shimano guy, but the stuff people say sometimes... I don't get it. Lew's makes some solid stuff. I hope you're a Ford, GE, Motorola, ect. guy, otherwise you're buying "wannabe" products by that logic.
Quite frankly, that's an ironic thing to say considering the first low profile baitcasters were invented by Lew himself. Shimano started out in this arena as a wannabe.
boostr reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 5:30 AM, bassbassontherange said:Haha. I'm a Shimano guy, but the stuff people say sometimes... I don't get it. Lew's makes some solid stuff. I hope you're a Ford, GE, Motorola, ect. guy, otherwise you're buying "wannabe" products by that logic.
Quite frankly, that's an ironic thing to say considering the first low profile baitcasters were invented by Lew himself. Shimano started out in this arena as a wannabe.
Sup, what's wrong with Ford? I do agree with your Lew's history comment that's why I have 4, but there no need to drag Ford into this...
bassbassontherange reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 5:41 AM, boostr said:Sup, what's wrong with Ford? I do agree with your Lew's history comment that's why I have 4, but there no need to drag Ford into this...
Haha I drive a Ford:)
rangerjockey reply :
When were Lews ever green ?
Kyle46N reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 6:04 AM, rangerjockey said:When were Lews ever green ?
Kind of a blackish green.....especially if you looked into the sun....then looked back at your Lews.....it kind of looked green.
bootytrain reply :
Designed by Lew, manufactured by shimano. These new lews are manufactured by doyo using their technology.On 8/5/2015 at 5:30 AM, bassbassontherange said:Haha. I'm a Shimano guy, but the stuff people say sometimes... I don't get it. Lew's makes some solid stuff. I hope you're a Ford, GE, Motorola, ect. guy, otherwise you're buying "wannabe" products by that logic.
Quite frankly, that's an ironic thing to say considering the first low profile baitcasters were invented by Lew himself. Shimano started out in this arena as a wannabe.
zachb34 reply :
Shimano actually manufactured the old lews reels. Even Browning, which is next to obsolete in the fishing market made some of them.On 8/5/2015 at 5:30 AM, bassbassontherange said:Haha. I'm a Shimano guy, but the stuff people say sometimes... I don't get it. Lew's makes some solid stuff. I hope you're a Ford, GE, Motorola, ect. guy, otherwise you're buying "wannabe" products by that logic.
Quite frankly, that's an ironic thing to say considering the first low profile baitcasters were invented by Lew himself. Shimano started out in this arena as a wannabe.
Weld's Largemouth reply :
On 8/4/2015 at 9:51 AM, offsidewing said:I had a Lew's BB1 Pro that I sold to fund a Shimano Metanium DC. I didn't realize how good the BB1 Pro was until I owned a Shimano.
So you prefer the lews over the metanium?!
KP Duty reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 6:32 AM, Kyle46N said:Kind of a blackish green.....especially if you looked into the sun....then looked back at your Lews.....it kind of looked green.
Something like that...it was a long time ago. They looked unpalmable and held a crap load of line.
deep reply :
Easy guys. It was a joke. Well, sort of.
I'll revise my opinion if the current models are still being fished after a decade or two.
rangerjockey reply :
I grew up fishing the older baitcasters that were made by Shimano and Ryobi. Even still have one of the Lews branded spinning reels that were made by Abu but I've never seen one with a green hue..Interesting, I believe there was a short time where Zebco owned the name so maybe during that time..
Senko lover reply :
Get a citica! You can get older models for 50 on ebay, or newer models for 80 to 90 dollars. Great deal.
Josh Smith reply :
Shimano used to make Lew's for Lew Childre. Then it was Ryobi after Shimano got into the fishing game.
So, the question I have is this: Why did Lew's break with Japan?
Betcha' they wanted the reels made cheaper.
Josh
Edited for clarification.
boostr reply :
Now they are made in Korea, well at least the BB1s are.
kickerfish1 reply :
If I was putting together 10 outfits on a budget of $200 or less for NEW reels I would give Lews most of my business. If I was looking at reels for $150-400 it would be almost all exclusively Shimano. If Daiwa was an option for this thread they would be a heavy player for me as well.
KP Duty reply :
http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/hypercloud9/lews2.jpg&imgrefurl=http://texasfishingforum.com/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/4485105/Re_Lew_s_Reels&h=682&w=1023&tbnid=jem9HQJLyv75QM:&docid=vumDKz3VbLttrM&ei=8ErCVfHQOciaNtnHu6AD&tbm=isch&ved=0CB4QMygAMABqFQoTCPGIjOC-kscCFUiNDQod2eMONA
I guess it was black. That's the reel I'm thinking of.
Jon G reply :
On 8/6/2015 at 1:20 AM, kickerfish1 said:If was putting together 10 outfits on a budget of $200 or less for NEW reels I would give Lews most of my business. If I was looking at reels for $150-400 it would be almost my exclusively Shimano. If Daiwa was an option for this thread they would be a heavy player for me as well.
I will agree with this. I will give credit to Lew's on that they produce a lot of good reels for people on a budget. A lot of their reels in the $200+ range can be found for a lot less than retail price on places like ebay.
Raul reply :
On 8/6/2015 at 1:20 AM, kickerfish1 said:If was putting together 10 outfits on a budget of $200 or less for NEW reels I would give Lews most of my business. If I was looking at reels for $150-400 it would be almost my exclusively Shimano. If Daiwa was an option for this thread they would be a heavy player for me as well.
Daiwa has some excellent reels in the sub $100 class.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/6/2015 at 1:58 AM, Raul said:Daiwa has some excellent reels in the sub $100 class.
Well yes, but this is apparently a Lews vs Shimano thread...
Raul reply :
On 8/6/2015 at 2:18 AM, kickerfish1 said:Well yes, but this is apparently a Lews vs Shimano thread...
Simple, Shimano no questions asked.
chelboed reply :
The new Lew's Team LITE can be found for ~ $175 all day long lately. (Almost $100 less than the Magnesium) That's an excellent price for that much performance. It's also really light for a metal frame reel at 5.6 oz.
The Pro G is running in the $165 range because it's fresh on the market. It will be considerably cheaper soon because it's a lesser model than the LITE.
All 3 the same reel essentially...just a blue collar model, white collar model, and a "Mommy & Daddy paid my tuition" model.
Given the history...the TP hits around $140...the $249 lite is 30% down, this I think you could expect the TPG to be in the $140 range next year.
You don't have to put any gas on it at all, just flick your wrist and the bait is figuratively in the next county.
Maxximus Redneckus reply :
This is why i prefer abu round reels.20 yrs ago they cost $30 to $50 brand new.now the same reels with a few cosmetic and mech diff are up past 110$$.still the same reels.curados fluctuate between 100$ when they first came out to 190$ now and so many variations.its like a jackass stepping in the same hole over and over for eternity no offense to anyone just some fun .matter of fact im trying to grab a greenie now as we speak
chelboed reply :
Old round reels are way cool...but not so smooth in comparison.
bassbassontherange reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 1:38 PM, Maxximus Redneckus said:This is why i prefer abu round reels.20 yrs ago they cost $30 to $50 brand new.now the same reels with a few cosmetic and mech diff are up past 110$$.still the same reels.curados fluctuate between 100$ when they first came out to 190$ now and so many variations.its like a jackass stepping in the same hole over and over for eternity no offense to anyone just some fun .matter of fact im trying to grab a greenie now as we speak
The older reels are great reels from a durability standpoint, but I'm not sure today's reels are built worse. Some of the less expensive reels yeah, but the quality ones seem to me like they've got all the same inner workings, just better. I've got some old Curado's that I still use from time to time, but I'd much rather fish with newer, better equipment if I have something riding on it. Newer reels are every bit as consistent, but smoother, more accurate, and I believe easier to use. Spend $130 on a new Curado and compare it to $120 on a Curado bought 20 years ago. The difference in performance is pretty staggering in some situations.
Small tweaks on proven formulas, yes, but it adds up to more fun using them, and more fish. I buy that. Not saying you're wrong at all in that a $60 CU200B is a great deal, but there's a reason people upgrade.
Raul reply :
On 8/8/2015 at 12:05 AM, bassbassontherange said:The older reels are great reels from a durability standpoint, but I'm not sure today's reels are built worse. Some of the less expensive reels yeah, but the quality ones seem to me like they've got all the same inner workings, just better. I've got some old Curado's that I still use from time to time, but I'd much rather fish with newer, better equipment if I have something riding on it. Newer reels are every bit as consistent, but smoother, more accurate, and I believe easier to use. Spend $130 on a new Curado and compare it to $120 on a Curado bought 20 years ago. The difference in performance is pretty staggering in some situations.
Small tweaks on proven formulas, yes, but it adds up to more fun using them, and more fish. I buy that. Not saying you're wrong at all in that a $60 CU200B is a great deal, but there's a reason people upgrade.
Accuracy is behind the rod handle, I do agree pretty much on the rest.
S. Sass reply :
On 8/2/2015 at 11:34 AM, John G said:Pretend that you are buying for your son and you are buying him his first .22. Naturally, you would start him off right and you would buy him a Remington. Same with his first baitcaster. Start him off right and get the best and the best is of course, Shimano.
I grew up with a Marlin Model 60 today known as "most popular 22 in the world."
Although Shimano may be the more popular like the Marlin I doubt that makes it the best.
I am only a novice in the baitcast world but I have grown to like my Lews.
Its a reel for goodness sakes yeah some things are better or worse but if you like it isn't that all that matters.
I look at it sort of like baits if I don't have confidence in my equipment it can reflect the outcome.
offsidewing reply :
On 8/5/2015 at 8:17 AM, Weld said:So you prefer the lews over the metanium?!
I still prefer the Met, but the BB1 Pro is a fine reel at it's price point.
bassbassontherange reply :
On 8/8/2015 at 12:16 AM, Raul said:Accuracy is behind the rod handle, I do agree pretty much on the rest.
I get what you're saying, but I also think that when you have a smoother casting reel, it's much more predictable, and more effortless. If you're putting more effort into casting, chances are you're less accurate.
Compare it to throwing a football, kicking a soccer ball, hitting a golf ball... when you have to put too much force into it, you get less accurate. With excellent casting reels, you can cast more smoothly, improving accuracy.
Kyle46N reply :
haha....I made the mistake of trying to learn throwing a baitcaster with an older round abu. I swear I thought I was retarded after a year. Just couldn't get it down. Switched to a low profile and things immediately got better....actually it was like night and day. Now, with higher end Lews and Abu's I'm the greatest baitcaster in the world.
John G reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 8:57 PM, chelboed said:Old round reels are way cool...but not so smooth in comparison.
I meant to quote you, not like your post because old Shimano Calcutta's can be very smooth.
chelboed reply :
On 8/8/2015 at 7:47 AM, John G said:I meant to quote you, not like your post because old Shimano Calcutta's can be very smooth.
Ha! You had to go there, hehehe. Those are freakin sweet.
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