Preferring mid range over high end reels 2024
MDbassin reply :
Do you ever find yourself buying/trying out reels from the same manufacturer and finding that the mid range or cheaper side is the one you like better?
I've only found this with shimano for me personally. I have a few curado (I and k) and chronarch g now i know that "high end" for shimano is the metanium, anteres, etc but there is a good price difference between the Chronarch and Curado. I find myself preferring my curados over my chronarchs the more and more I fish them
J Francho reply :
It's not really a matter of preference to me. I just don't feel any need to spend over $200 on a reel. I've recently had to raise my ceiling on rods to $250, because they just get higher and higher. I feel it's a bit obscene that we have to put together a $500 combo, and it's viewed as just a "mid grade" option.
Chance_Taker4 reply :
I'm with Francho on this one. I don't see a reason to pay more than, in my case, $175 for a reel. At that price you have Curados, Tatula SV, Revo SX, etc. Now for spinning reels going past $100 is hard or me and rods my ceiling is $300.
And with the deals on Ebay its been hard to got over $100 when Tatulas are $85 and SVs pop up for $100
J Francho reply :
I can go higher for spinning rods, but I use them quite a bit. I've paid handsomely for a custom swimbait rod. I don't have any problem with ultra high end gear, I just can't afford all of it.
desmobob reply :
On 3/13/2018 at 2:06 AM, Chance_Taker4 said:I'm with Francho on this one. I don't see a reason to pay more than, in my case, $175 for a reel. At that price you have Curados, Tatula SV, Revo SX, etc. Now for spinning reels going past $100 is hard or me and rods my ceiling is $300.
And with the deals on Ebay its been hard to got over $100 when Tatulas are $85 and SVs pop up for $100
+1
Most of my reels are Lew's Tournament Pros at around $200. I have three or four Daiwa Tatulas that were $100 or less and have been very happy with them. Same for an Orra Winch. I only have a couple of reels that were pricier at the time (Daiwa PX-R and SV105) and although I like them a lot, I probably won't buy more $200+ reels, other than maybe an Aldebaran.
I think the ~$200 range is the sweet spot, with diminishing returns on more money spent.
I don't use spinning reels a lot and I don't think I own one that cost more than a hundred bucks. That $100 range is my sweet spot for spinning reels. I might sing a different tune after trying a "better" spinner.
Tight lines,
Bob
Columbia Craw reply :
I don't own a Steez. I would like to. Too much for my budget now. I'm very content to fish my Tatula variants and Lews variants for casting reels. My spinning reels are older Soros and Stradic and fish great. I did "spoil " myself with a Ballistic LT but that was paid for via gift cards. The performance of sub $150.00 reels is amazing.
roadwarrior reply :
If it's just about "catching" I don't think it makes much difference.
Higher end gear simply makes "fishing" more fun. You certainly do
not "need" it, but if the cost is not a concern, you will like it...A Lot!
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
It is not about high end or mid range, it what you can afford. If money is no object I would buy all those high price tag/collectible and fish them like crazy.
Back to real world, I do set my budget for reel or rod 15 years ago I won't look at reel over 100, now I add my budget to 200 but doesn't mean I won't shop any reel that cheaper or more expensive. Sometime you gotta pay for what you want, for me size/weight of reel that comfortable then color scheme.
portiabrat reply :
I have a bunch of Shimano reels. I'd take a Chronarch 200e7 over a Metanium any day. The latter is smoother and casts maybe 10% farther, but the former is far more durable. I have two of each reel, so it might not be a fair sample.
papajoe222 reply :
My take on mid-priced vs. high end reels;
If you're an occasional angler, the benefits a high end reel has to offer are likely to be lost on you as you won't be able to recognize the added smoothness, or you won't use the added features because you don't see any difference when you do. It's kind of like comparing smart phones. Unless you'll be using all the different features of the more expensive one, the only reason to purchase one is the same reason I drive a Honda and not a Chevy. Just a different monkey.
iceintheveins reply :
I don't go over $200 for a reel. The mid range reels are usually great and last a long time. Even entry level reels like the BPS Pro Qualifier last 5 to 10 years. Of course this is with proper maintenance and care.
PatrickKnight reply :
On 3/13/2018 at 8:46 AM, portiabrat said:I have a bunch of Shimano reels. I'd take a Chronarch 200e7 over a Metanium any day. The latter is smoother and casts maybe 10% farther, but the former is far more durable. I have two of each reel, so it might not be a fair sample.
I still firmly believe the Chronarch E series is the best line of baitcasting reels ever made by any company.
I am in a place budget wise where I can look into a reel over the 200 price point for the first time and truth be told I am nervous about spending that much as I have had such good luck with reels ranging from 100-200 for a long time.
NHBull reply :
Let's be honest, there are needs and there are wants. It is about priorities.
For me it is about comfort and aging. Higher end reels are lighter, fit better and can be used for a full day, with less pain. I will pay a premium if something allows me to enjoy one of the last of life's simple pleasures..
The way the sport is going, what is today's top end will be tomorrows mid range.
Boomstick reply :
I wouldn't say I prefer the cheaper reels but I would say I prefer not spending over around $200 on a reel as I feel I don't need to.
evilcatfish reply :
I've got some higher end Daiwa reels, but have found the Tatula to be my go to
JDV reply :
On 3/13/2018 at 2:06 AM, Chance_Taker4 said:I'm with Francho on this one. I don't see a reason to pay more than, in my case, $175 for a reel. At that price you have Curados, Tatula SV, Revo SX, etc. Now for spinning reels going past $100 is hard or me and rods my ceiling is $300.
And with the deals on Ebay its been hard to got over $100 when Tatulas are $85 and SVs pop up for $100
Agreed. For just over $100 for a Tatula SV TW, I can't imagine the increased cost/performance would justify for higher grade equipment, unless money was absolutely no concern....
Recently got a Stradic ci4 and while it is a nice reel and looks sharp, I can't honestly say it's noticeably smoother or preferred to my Shimano Nasci or Daiwa BG, both at just under half the price... Glad I tried it, and I'll certainly keep it, but it let me know I'm happy buying a Daiwa BG for $80 and saving the money.
Steveo-1969 reply :
I prefer mid-range reels because in my mind the rod is more important. Just personal preference here folks, no need to throw darts! My price cap for a reel is about $200, but my price cap for a rod is ???? (So far it's $500+...)
smithy97 reply :
I've fished Tatula's the last couple years and love them, they are still going strong. I bought 2 Kastkings this year, so we'll see how those hold up. I someday to want to try a higher end rod/reel (hoping for Dobyns Champion XP and a Daiwa Zillion SV). I'm worried that the higher end gear will ruin me and I'll want to sell all my Mojo bass rods and Tatulas...maybe its not such a good idea my wife says....
Jaderose reply :
On 3/13/2018 at 10:23 AM, iceintheveins said:I don't go over $200 for a reel. The mid range reels are usually great and last a long time. Even entry level reels like the BPS Pro Qualifier last 5 to 10 years. Of course this is with proper maintenance and care.
My favorite reel in my arsenal is a 7 year old PQ. It's all beat up and looks like hell but it will launch a lure and is smooth as butter. I keep it clean and properly greased. Built like a tank.
Comfortably Numb reply :
I still like my old Shimano Chronarch 101a's. I tried a Curado i and didnt love it. I use $50-100 rods. Tried better ones and the difference was negligible to me. Yes lighter and slightly more sensitive, but I can feel everything I need to with the cheaper ones and braid with a FC leader.
Mobasser reply :
Actually, many of the mid grade reels are way better than mid range of years ago. Keep em cleaned and lubed correctly, and you'll get years of good use
Big-Bass reply :
I agree...I have quite a few reels and was/am a Shimano guy for many years but currently most of my reels are Daiwa reels. In the mid-range (and especially buying used but like new), you can find some gems. I have 10 Daiwa SV103 reels that I got all for mid-range price and they are truly the best bang for the buck I can currently think of.
Matt_3479 reply :
Problem is for me, living in Canada. All the reels and rods are priced high example: Curado k 249.99, tatula sv 259.99, loomis e6x walleye 2 piece spinning rod 289.99, st. Croix avid x 259.99. So for me to jump into the chronarch’s I’m looking at 400, and metanium’s at 600-650.00 roughly. I don’t mind spending money on quality stuff but like mentioned a few times it’s hard to do it all the time. I have a Curado K and a tatula SV, but looking to try out the Chronarch and zillion this year.
Further North reply :
To me...it's about what I can afford...and what will make a difference.
I'm not good enough for some really expensive gear to make enough of a difference to make the jump...and I am anything but a "good enough" guy.
I'll put it this way: I used to race. The difference in price between a 1969 Austin Healey Sprite and a Ferrari was about $70,000. I wasn't anywhere good enough to utilize the $70K worth of improvements, refinements and added capability...so I just went out and had a ton of fun in the Sprite.
Worked for me...
Still does. cars, SUVs, boats, fishing gear...whatever.
Some things are worth paying for...the Shimano Calais DC I bought paid off quickly in terms of moving me along the baitcasting learning curve and remains one heck of reel for getting 1 oz. + spoons waaaaay the heck out there for pike and musky...The Scott 8 wt. fly rod I bought has has a similar imact on my fly casting...
lmbfisherman reply :
I’m finding it difficult to fish my lower end reels (BPS PQ, Citica). I’m finding I can’t go below a Curado any longer. I’m leaning towards staying at the Chronarch level now. The MGL is such a pleasure to fish, my most used reels in 2017 were my Chronarchs. I’d consider them mid range though, I do think going above the Metanium line is pushing it on bang for your buck...but I do feel the Conquest I have is a thing of beauty. When I pick up a Citica, nothing wrong with it, but it’s night and day the feeling when fishing. The Citica is no slouch though, they perform just as well. For me like others, higher end reels just feels more comfortable and enjoyable to fish.
MDbassin reply :
I don't know like I said I find myself preferring my curados over the chronarchs. I actually moved reels around this year to put the curado on my most used rods that had chronarchs on them last year.
On 3/13/2018 at 10:03 AM, papajoe222 said:My take on mid-priced vs. high end reels;
If you're an occasional angler, the benefits a high end reel has to offer are likely to be lost on you as you won't be able to recognize the added smoothness, or you won't use the added features because you don't see any difference when you do.
I get what your saying but at the same time there's pros on tour that do this for a living that use there companies lower end reels and rods a lot of time some exclusively. Brent Ehrler uses Tatula and Zillion....maybe some steez also but I know I saw him with a Tatula in hand several times last classic. And Edwin Evers uses carbonlite rods and Pro qualifier reels. Probably more pros out there but this are 2 that come to mind. If anyone uses reels enough to appreciate the difference between a $150 reel vs a $450 reel it would be them but they still use and like the cheaper ones
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/15/2018 at 8:14 AM, MDbassin said:I don't know like I said I find myself preferring my curados over the chronarchs. I actually moved reels around this year to put the curado on my most used rods that had chronarchs on them last year.
I get what your saying but at the same time there's pros on tour that do this for a living that use there companies lower end reels and rods a lot of time some exclusively. Brent Ehrler uses Tatula and Zillion....maybe some steez also but I know I saw him with a Tatula in hand several times last classic. And Edwin Evers uses carbonlite rods and Pro qualifier reels. Probably more pros out there but this are 2 that come to mind. If anyone uses reels enough to appreciate the difference between a $150 reel vs a $450 reel it would be them but they still use and like the cheaper ones
It’s totally possible the Sponsors want them to use their whole lineup?
puddlepuncher reply :
On 3/14/2018 at 11:37 AM, lmbfisherman said:I’m leaning towards staying at the Chronarch level now. The MGL is such a pleasure to fish, my most used reels in 2017 were my Chronarchs. I’d consider them mid range though, I do think going above the Metanium line is pushing it on bang for your buck
Funny I have 2 Chronarch MGL's and was so impressed with them I picked up 2 Mets. In the end I enjoy the Chronarchs much more. I was pondering an Antares but I think I'm all set with the Chronarchs, probably going to sell the Mets.
I'm probably the opposite of most, I prefer a nicer reel. I can feel the difference right away. However I do not feel a significant difference in a NRX vs an E6X to pay 3-4 times the price. I'm not arguing the difference, but in my hands it is not worth the extra cash, not even close. The only thing that matters to me in a rod is it must be relatively light, and the comfort of the grip..and obviously the right ratings depending on my methods, and lure used.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/15/2018 at 11:40 AM, Maverick said:Funny I have 2 Chronarch MGL's and was so impressed with them I picked up 2 Mets. In the end I enjoy the Chronarchs much more. I was pondering an Antares but I think I'm all set with the Chronarchs, probably going to sell the Mets.
I'm probably the opposite of most, I prefer a nicer reel. I can feel the difference right away. However I do not feel a significant difference in a NRX vs an E6X to pay 3-4 times the price. I'm not arguing the difference, but in my hands it is not worth the extra cash, not even close. The only thing that matters to me in a rod is it must be relatively light, and the comfort of the grip..and obviously the right ratings depending on my methods, and lure used.
I haven’t gone NRX personally afraid too. However, even though I own GLXs I fished my E6X, IMX and Zodias rods more. Regarding the Met, it’s not that I disliked the Met MGL. If it weren’t for the government charging me duty for my JDM Met, I’d be all over buying more! The Chronarch MGL is a better deal for me, for basically the same performance. FYI living in Canada you don’t get a good as a deal like living in the US.
dblades reply :
I refuse to try a reel above a Chronarch or Stradic, probably can't afford too.
DomQ reply :
I get so jealous reading about how a curado is so cheap for you guys in the states when its 220-240 for the K here in canada... but than i remember free health care and feel better. Go leafs go
WRB reply :
There will always be a group that must have the highest end stuff regardless of the sport. We all know them or maybe one of them?
Bass fishing all my life high rods and reels were rare amongst bass anglers, boats and tow vehicles were the highend toys. The salt water anglers had thier highend rods and reels to match the highend yatchs and my fly fishing buddies had their highend rods and reels, they spent money on exotic trips to fish. Golfing has thier highend stuff and trap & skeet shooter have thier highend guns.
What amazed me over the years is most of these folks couldn't afford thier highend stuff, some could!
Now back to bass fishing, sometime in the mid nineties bass reels started to climb in price and status along with off the shelf rods. Before the 90's $100 rod and reels were delegated to custom made products or fly or spinning tackle for the trout and salmon anglers.
Lamiglas and Loomis, both trout rods makers, introduced higher end over the counter bass rods during the early 90's and that started what we have today and now bass anglers have highend toys like other anglers have always had.
Does a $35,000 shotgun shoot any better then a $300 gun, depends on your how you see things.
Tom
Boomstick reply :
On 3/16/2018 at 12:33 AM, WRB said:Does a $35,000 shotgun shoot any better then a $300 gun, depends on your how you see things.
Tom
Exactly. I mean I don't think a $500 reel on a $500 rod is going to make me a better angler. Learning what to throw, where to throw it and when to throw it is much more important at the end of the day. The rod and reel is just the tools that I use to throw it.
Now if I was insanely skilled and could basically land 20 bass every fishing trip consistently, perhaps better gear may be in order and maybe I could guarantee 21 or 22 every trip. But I'm not even close to that.
The other thing is I could afford super expensive gear but I'd be afraid of breaking it or getting it stolen. And replacing it would cost me a few fishing trips for sure.
bigfruits reply :
i dont mind paying $300 for JDM Aldebarans and Metaniums especially when US Curados are $200. The $400 US price for Metaniums and Aldebarans is a bit much IMO.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
It is not all about price, it is about comfort, comfort to your life style of fishing and also comfort to your wallet. Ferrari, BMW and Hyundai all can get you from point A to point B, but some want to ride in style, some want it fast, super fast some don't care as long as they get there.
About reel, there are differences in technology and also material, some might want lastest technology like DC reel in shimano some what it light weight like those CI4+ or magnesium, some just plain want top of the line and some just don't care as long as they can go out and fish. You pick your own style and your comfort, don't have to be in fashion or follow others and as long as you don't suffering your kids, your family.
lo n slo reply :
give me a tatula and a shock rod and i’m as content as a man can be ☝️
Way north bass guy reply :
On 3/15/2018 at 11:10 PM, DomQ said:I get so jealous reading about how a curado is so cheap for you guys in the states when its 220-240 for the K here in canada... but than i remember free health care and feel better. Go leafs go
That was quite the game last night. Go leafs go indeed!
BassWhole! reply :
On 3/16/2018 at 5:53 AM, Way north bass guy said:That was quite the game last night. Go leafs go indeed!
Stop that! I'm still mad we traded away a lot of talent. LET'S GO RANGERS!
Oh, and on the reel (and over all tackle selection) thing. For bass fishing, I still prefer my 10-20 year old Korean made reels to a lot of the newer stuff. Most of it is just that I'm used to them, they work, and mostly I like the way a larger reel (than most of the current ones) fit my hand better, and I like the old cent. pin brake system. I'm sure, that I would be perfectly happy with most of the current reels, if for some reason the 30 or so I own would suddenly disappear, and I had to make a change. I think for a lot of folks, its about owning high end items, and for others, they believe that a particular reel will offer some advantage. To my thinking, reels (and most other sporting goods equipment) is not the limiting factor in performance.
Catt reply :
I believe in keeping my tools simple, functional, durable & dependable
One can go to Wal/Mart, Harbor Freight, Sears or some other outlet store to buy mechanic, carpenter, electrician, machinist tools ECT and these tools will work but they are not designed for commercial use. Yes these tools wills last the weekend guy a lifetime of light to medium use and serve him quite well.
Now look at it through my eyes I am a journeyman carpenter/mechanic my tools are what I make my livelihood with so I must depend on my tools to perform every single time I use them under every conceivable conditions with limited failure.
Now relate this to bass fishing; when I hit the lake it will be from sunup to sunset, under extremely adverse conditions, and with full expectations of bass in excess of 6 pounds so any failure on the part of my tools is not accepted.
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Maico1 reply :
On 3/16/2018 at 8:45 PM, Catt said:I believe in keeping my tools simple, functional, durable & dependable
One can go to Wal/Mart, Harbor Freight, Sears or some other outlet store to buy mechanic, carpenter, electrician, machinist tools ECT and these tools will work but they are not designed for commercial use. Yes these tools wills last the weekend guy a lifetime of light to medium use and serve him quite well.
Now look at it through my eyes I am a journeyman carpenter/mechanic my tools are what I make my livelihood with so I must depend on my tools to perform every single time I use them under every conceivable conditions with limited failure.
Now relate this to bass fishing; when I hit the lake it will be from sunup to sunset, under extremely adverse conditions, and with full expectations of bass in excess of 6 pounds so any failure on the part of my tools is not accepted.
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Tools lures, line, hooks, rods, reels, depth finders, trolling motors; get where I'm going here?
In other words " In order to do the right job you need the right tools ".......
crypt reply :
On 3/16/2018 at 8:45 PM, Catt said:I believe in keeping my tools simple, functional, durable & dependable
One can go to Wal/Mart, Harbor Freight, Sears or some other outlet store to buy mechanic, carpenter, electrician, machinist tools ECT and these tools will work but they are not designed for commercial use. Yes these tools wills last the weekend guy a lifetime of light to medium use and serve him quite well.
Now look at it through my eyes I am a journeyman carpenter/mechanic my tools are what I make my livelihood with so I must depend on my tools to perform every single time I use them under every conceivable conditions with limited failure.
Now relate this to bass fishing; when I hit the lake it will be from sunup to sunset, under extremely adverse conditions, and with full expectations of bass in excess of 6 pounds so any failure on the part of my tools is not accepted.
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Tools lures, line, hooks, rods, reels, depth finders, trolling motors; get where I'm going here?
as a mechanic/machinist for over 40 years,Catt said it best. you can't skimp on quality. but at the same time budget is as important. try and get the best quality for the money. no matter what is is.
Catt reply :
On 3/16/2018 at 10:18 PM, Maico1 said:In other words " In order to do the right job you need the right tools ".......
On 3/16/2018 at 11:50 PM, crypt said:as a mechanic/machinist for over 40 years,Catt said it best. you can't skimp on quality. but at the same time budget is as important. try and get the best quality for the money. no matter what is is.
Quality reels doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive!
I bought my first Calcutta 100A for $169.99..that was 37 years ago & it's still my #1 setup.
It may not be sexy but it put 35 double digits in the boat
You can find good quality reels starting at the $100/150 price point
Maico1 reply :
On 3/17/2018 at 12:17 AM, Catt said:
Quality reels doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive!
I bought my first Calcutta 100A for $169.99..that was 37 years ago & it's still my #1 setup.
It may not be sexy but it put 35 double digits in the boat
You can find good quality reels starting at the $100/150 price point
And just what is the most expensive and to whom is what these threads are really all about. What is garbage to one may be a treasure to another and there certainly is nothing wrong with that. We all have our comfort zones and reasons why we like it, after all that is why it is called a comfort zone. My opinion to this thread is continue to buy what works for you and be proud of it , but most importantly enjoy your days out on the water.
NHBull reply :
Last night my Mrs was sitting next to me as I was looking at the JDM Calcutta conquest.....
While I never considered it, she made the comment, “is that a reel that you could hand down to Everett ( grandson)”. I replied, hell ya.......and she told me to think about it.....
Go figure!!!!!!
Catt reply :
Please welcome the new Team Lew's Pro-Ti to the Lew's family.
I like that! ????
Maico1 reply :
On 3/17/2018 at 2:35 AM, NHBull said:Last night my Mrs was sitting next to me as I was looking at the JDM Calcutta conquest.....
While I never considered it, she made the comment, “is that a reel that you could hand down to Everett ( grandson)”. I replied, hell ya.......and she told me to think about it.....
Go figure!!!!!!
I like how your wife thinks.....
NHBull reply :
On 3/17/2018 at 2:48 AM, Maico1 said:I like how your wife thinks.....
My second grandson is due in Aug, so I think I can get 2 ????
RPreeb reply :
On 3/16/2018 at 8:45 PM, Catt said:I believe in keeping my tools simple, functional, durable & dependable
One can go to Wal/Mart, Harbor Freight, Sears or some other outlet store to buy mechanic, carpenter, electrician, machinist tools ECT and these tools will work but they are not designed for commercial use. Yes these tools wills last the weekend guy a lifetime of light to medium use and serve him quite well.
Now look at it through my eyes I am a journeyman carpenter/mechanic my tools are what I make my livelihood with so I must depend on my tools to perform every single time I use them under every conceivable conditions with limited failure.
Now relate this to bass fishing; when I hit the lake it will be from sunup to sunset, under extremely adverse conditions, and with full expectations of bass in excess of 6 pounds so any failure on the part of my tools is not accepted.
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Tools lures, line, hooks, rods, reels, depth finders, trolling motors; get where I'm going here?
I'm right there with ya, Catt. I was a journeyman machinist for 33 years. My tool box was filled with tools that could go the distance. My 3 personal micrometers - 0-1", 1"-2", 2"-3", were top of the line carbide tipped Mitutoyo inspection grade. At the time I bought them at the start of my apprenticeship in 1976 they were top of the line - couldn't afford to skimp on accuracy. They served me well in constant use until I retired in 2009. They were still accurate to .0001", certified annually by the inspection department in my company. Not all of my tools were top brand names, but all were top quality and performed well through many years of constant use. I still have those which could make the shift to home use on my bench in the garage.
Respect for a good tool usually comes with experience. I buy good tools and cookware for the kitchen, good quality lenses and gear for my photography, decent but not the most expensive golf clubs, and I feel that with some assistance from this forum, decent lower mid range fishing gear.
I now have 2 Tatula CT 100 reels, 8.1:1 and 6.3:1. I only have one St. Croix Premier, and one Ugly Stik, (and the BPS rod and Shimano 5000 series spinning reel that I've had since we lived in the Bahamas) due to budget and wife considerations. If I ever reach a point where I can actually recognize a deficiency, then I'll work on justifying it to my better half. For now I have decent and functional gear which I like, and which is suitable for my lack of experience or expertise.
crypt reply :
On 3/17/2018 at 12:17 AM, Catt said:
Quality reels doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive!
I bought my first Calcutta 100A for $169.99..that was 37 years ago & it's still my #1 setup.
It may not be sexy but it put 35 double digits in the boat
You can find good quality reels starting at the $100/150 price point
X2 ............
I've got 4 ambassadeurs that are 35-40 years old that are my go to rigs.....won't get rid of em for nothing....
NathanDLTH reply :
This is my experience and the reels I’ve owned.
Daiwa Laguna-sold
Abu ProMax-sold
Lews Tournament-given away
Curado I-sold
Curado K (6:2)
A *** (8:1) sold
Tatula SV (6:3,7:3,& 8:1)
Curado 70(7:1)
C by *** (7:3) sold
Chronarch ci4(7:6)-sold
Chronarch MGL(7:1)
Daiwa Zillion (6:3)
Aldebaran 15 (7:1)-sold
Daiwa Steez A (7:1)-paid about 100 less than retail at tacklewharehouse
The ones I’ve kept are because I value what they bring to the table, now granted some of these reels are crossovers in what they do. The only reason I bought the Steez A was because of the price and wanted something to compare to the Aldaberan. However those are two different reels altogether. I would say $100-$300 is the best price range in reels.
The reels I sold was because mostly wanted to try something new and higher in the price points. My favorite reel of my first three was the Lews, but once I found the Tatula SV it was all over. Love the reel, everything about it fits my hand, style of fishing, and is comfortable. The wider spools are what keeps me coming back to Daiwa, I’m 6’4 and my thumbs are wide so it allows me to have the most real estate on the spool. Sold my 10+3s because never really throught they had the trouque for reeling in fish.
LxVE Bassin reply :
I try not to go over $200 on reels. I casting reels from most Daiwa, but also Shimano, Lews, and Abu. None of my casting reels exceed $200. I exceeded $200 for the first time when I bought my first bass specific spinning reel which Daiwa Ballistic LT which was $229. I have rods ranging from $40 to $260. I would probably spend more money on the right rod.
Driftwoodlures reply :
I use the smoke bait casting reels. I think that price point is about right. I do have most of those mounted on g Loomis rods which are far superior to other rods. I only use spinning rods for live bait fishing so $100 is the limit.
Maggiesmaster reply :
I LOVE Lews reels. My $200 Tournament Pros are great! My $300 Lews is great too. However, last year I bought a Pro Qualifier on sale for $50. It’s not as smooth as the Lews, but for the price it’s great.
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