Quality reel for a hundred bucks ? 2024
polywog reply :
Is it possible to buy a quality bait casting reel for around a hundred bucks ? If so, please name your picks and why you like them. Thanks a bunch ! Ron
ChiCityBasser reply :
Cabelas Prodigy reel made by Diawa for $99.99 and can be had on sale for around $70. Smooth, cast well and ease of use.
Daiwa Exceler for around $80 but can be found on the internet for around $67. Cast well down to 1/4 oz and comes in three speeds to address any needs.
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
Shimano Citica, ABU Revo S, BPS PQ, Pflueger Trion are all $100 =/- and all have a following. The Daiwa Exceler is $80 but you hear less about them.
roadwarrior reply :
The Citica would be my choice.
WanderLust reply :
QuoteThe Citica would be my choice.
Mine as well. BPS PQ is a decent reel but I don't like the body.
MNGeorge reply :
If your not in hurry and don't need a brand new reel, keep your eye on the flea market forum. I've picked up some REVO STX's for about the $100 your looking to spend...much better bang for your buck.
ROCbass reply :
Abu Garcia C3 or C4 are good reels in this price range if you like round reels. I use the 4600 size for bass fishing.
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
QuoteAbu Garcia C3 or C4 are good reels in this price range if you like round reels. I use the 4600 size for bass fishing.
These are workhorse reels and too often overlooked, as I did myself.
SHW300 reply :
The BPS pro qualifiers are going on sale for $79 at the spring classic. Hard to beat at that price point.
Do the reel trade in and they are even better.
SausageFingers23 reply :
x2 on the pro qualifier
Ima Bass Ninja reply :
x3 on the PQ...
NBR reply :
I have Shimano's, Daiwa's, Quantum's, Pflueger's and BPS' and really have no favorites. Except for the reel feeling tight and smooth don't worry about the number of bearings. Beyond about 3 bearingd don't increase castability. All the reel companies use the same quality bearings so to improve bearing quality you need to order after market bearings. I see little need to do that unless your bearings have failed and I've never had a bearing failure.
Watch for sales and pick a reel that seems right for you.
GTrombly reply :
x4 on pq. probably grabbing a couple myself.
zero limit reply :
QuoteIf your not in hurry and don't need a brand new reel, keep your eye on the flea market forum. I've picked up some REVO STX's for about the $100 your looking to spend...much better bang for your buck.
x2.
You can get a quality reel for about 2/3 it's MSRP.
Example - mint e7 $120.-Curado D $90.- Citica D $55.
These were all ex. cond and shipped
ww2farmer reply :
A Shimano Citica would be my first choice, and I would rather have a used Curado B than any BPS reel as a second choice. I like Revo S's enough to have a few, but I like Shimanos better, and I won't be buying any more Abu's unless I get a great deal on a dual brake STX. Don't discount Quantum, the old Accurist PT is one heck of a reel that can be had for $50-$60 bucks NIB right now. I have one of those and it's my favorite non-Shimano casting reel. I am not a Daiwa guy, at least for casting reels. I have had Tierra's, Fuego's, Advantage's, and the Cabela's/Daiwa Prodigy............not my cup ot tea.
HomersTomaco reply :
You can't beat the Pro Qualifier for the money
OnthePotomac reply :
The Citica for me also. Look around and you can find them on line for $99.
bwell reply :
QuoteYou can't beat the Pro Qualifier for the money
I agree... You get dual braking for a reel that cost less than 100 bucks, you cant beat that.
Dan-K reply :
It seems most of your responses are between the PQ and Citica. My vote goes to the Citica....
esoxangler reply :
Citica here also.
ChiCityBasser reply :
QuoteA Shimano Citica would be my first choice, and I would rather have a used Curado B than any BPS reel as a second choice. I like Revo S's enough to have a few, but I like Shimanos better, and I won't be buying any more Abu's unless I get a great deal on a dual brake STX. Don't discount Quantum, the old Accurist PT is one heck of a reel that can be had for $50-$60 bucks NIB right now. I have one of those and it's my favorite non-Shimano casting reel. I am not a Daiwa guy, at least for casting reels. I have had Tierra's, Fuego's, Advantage's, and the Cabela's/Daiwa Prodigy............not my cup ot tea.
These are great reels and had a pretty good review on Tackletour for the non PT models and the PT models are even better.
FishinTN reply :
BPS Pro-Qualifier, nuff said.
ON sale now, buy 2. 
ww2farmer reply :
I want all you Pro qualifier guys to come back in 5 years. I'll still be fishing my old (by then) Citica and Curado E's, my really old Citica and Curado D's, and my antique Curado B's, while your talking about the next "best" $100 reel.
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteI want all you Pro qualifier guys to come back in 5 years. I'll still be fishing my old (by then) Citica and Curado E's, my really old Citica and Curado D's, and my antique Curado B's, while your talking about the next "best" $100 reel.
Hmm...I guess disposable reels are sexy.
The most interesting thing is guys buying reels
from companies that have a well established
reputation for NOT supporting their reels
in the aftermarket.
Strong, smooth, silent and reliant...Shimano.
8-)
jignfule reply :
I have a Calais, a Chronarch, & a Curado. My son has a Citica. For the money the Citica is hard to beat. IMO
ILfisherman reply :
Do you take care of your gear? Yearly cleaning etc.?
I own several of the reels mentioned, Shimano's included... I'd take the BPS PQ any day of the week for the money. Take one apart and you will see why. When you get a good quality reel and take care of it, you won't need parts because it won't break.
The Rooster reply :
It might not break but what about just functioning poorly?? I have a few Extremes that for the record are nearly the same as a PQ minus the centrifugal brakes. They do not begin to compare to my Citica or Curado for smoothness. I believe this has to do with tolerances when they build the reels, Shimanos are just simply tighter.
Someone else here said that all reel companies use the same quality bearings. I used to think that too, until I tried a Citica and saw for myself that it will absolutely outcast the Extremes using the same lures, and will also cast lighter lures that the Extremes will not throw very well at all.
K_Mac reply :
QuoteIt might not break but what about just functioning poorly?? I have a few Extremes that for the record are nearly the same as a PQ minus the centrifugal brakes. They do not begin to compare to my Citica or Curado for smoothness. I believe this has to do with tolerances when they build the reels, Shimanos are just simply tighter.Someone else here said that all reel companies use the same quality bearings. I used to think that too, until I tried a Citica and saw for myself that it will absolutely outcast the Extremes using the same lures, and will also cast lighter lures that the Extremes will not throw very well at all.
Rooster I have both Extremes and PQs, and there is no comparison between the two. The PQ is a better reel in every way.
As far as the PQs being disposable reels, only time will tell, but you Shimano guys who find it necessary to beat up on other brands are not really helping anything. Glenn has said over and over if you like something, tell why you like it without beating on other brands. This forum would be more helpful if that policy was actually followed.
There are many of us who have put many hours on PQs reels with no problems. Shimano makes fine stuff for the most part, but do not drink the Kool Aid that they are superior to anything out there at any price point.
SHW300 reply :
No doubt that the Citica and Curado are better reels, I own both. For $79 the PQ is a good deal. The question was for sub $100 reel, therefore I would still recommend the PQ.
Scorpio reply :
QuoteI believe this has to do with tolerances when they build the reels, Shimanos are just simply tighter.
Hence the backplay in the handle. ;D
ChiCityBasser reply :
QuoteQuoteIt might not break but what about just functioning poorly?? I have a few Extremes that for the record are nearly the same as a PQ minus the centrifugal brakes. They do not begin to compare to my Citica or Curado for smoothness. I believe this has to do with tolerances when they build the reels, Shimanos are just simply tighter.Someone else here said that all reel companies use the same quality bearings. I used to think that too, until I tried a Citica and saw for myself that it will absolutely outcast the Extremes using the same lures, and will also cast lighter lures that the Extremes will not throw very well at all.
Rooster I have both Extremes and PQs, and there is no comparison between the two. The PQ is a better reel in every way.
As far as the PQs being disposable reels, only time will tell, but you Shimano guys who find it necessary to beat up on other brands are not really helping anything. Glenn has said over and over if you like something, tell why you like it without beating on other brands. This forum would be more helpful if that policy was actually followed.
There are many of us who have put many hours on PQs reels with no problems. Shimano makes fine stuff for the most part, but do not drink the Kool Aid that they are superior to anything out there at any price point.
Agreed
J Francho reply :
QuoteQuoteIt might not break but what about just functioning poorly?? I have a few Extremes that for the record are nearly the same as a PQ minus the centrifugal brakes. They do not begin to compare to my Citica or Curado for smoothness. I believe this has to do with tolerances when they build the reels, Shimanos are just simply tighter.Someone else here said that all reel companies use the same quality bearings. I used to think that too, until I tried a Citica and saw for myself that it will absolutely outcast the Extremes using the same lures, and will also cast lighter lures that the Extremes will not throw very well at all.
Rooster I have both Extremes and PQs, and there is no comparison between the two. The PQ is a better reel in every way.
As far as the PQs being disposable reels, only time will tell, but you Shimano guys who find it necessary to beat up on other brands are not really helping anything. Glenn has said over and over if you like something, tell why you like it without beating on other brands. This forum would be more helpful if that policy was actually followed.
There are many of us who have put many hours on PQs reels with no problems. Shimano makes fine stuff for the most part, but do not drink the Kool Aid that they are superior to anything out there at any price point.
I think a person that owns both Shimano and BPS reels is perfectly qualified to make a comparison, and its fair game. Who else's opinion would you trust?
I work on over 300 reels per year. In just about ever way, Shimano and Daiwa reels are of a superior design and build quality, but you pay for that. You cannot compare an $80 BPS reel to a reel twice as much.
northern basser reply :
I have not used a PQ, but as far as the citica e is concerned, well worth the $.
SmokeRise1 reply :
I'm in the same boat. Looking to purchase a reel in this range. Cabelas now has the Quantum Catalyst PT on sale for $79 from $149. Would you still take a Citica at $119 over the Catalyst?
northern basser reply :
QuoteI'm in the same boat. Looking to purchase a reel in this range. Cabelas now has the Quantum Catalyst PT on sale for $79 from $149. Would you still take a Citica at $119 over the Catalyst?
I personally have not used the catalyst so I can't comment.
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
What about Pinnacle reels?
I bought a $70 Pinnacle baitcaster in 2003 and still use it as my main bc reel. This reel has been great never an issue with it hundreds of hours of use. Throw 1/8oz jigs no problems. I would look into getting another just cant find a place around me that sells the better Pinnacle reels.
Dan-K reply :
Citica 200/201e's can be had on ebay for 90-100 shipped......
K_Mac reply :
J Franco have you had a chance to look at, or work on the Pro Qualifier baitcast reels? I'm just curious about your opinion, and not looking to stir the pot. With proper maintenance is there any reason to believe my PQs will not give me years of service? I am starting on my third year on one and a second year on a couple more. Thanks.
sodaksker reply :
I have a citica and a diawa viento. A lot of people don't like the viento soley because the fear of the twitching bar breaking. I have had 2 for about 4 years with no hassle and just picked up another viento for a buddy of mine at tackle wharehouse. $89 shipped is a great value for that reel. Especially if you like to fish slowly , with one hand.
J Francho reply :
QuoteJ Franco have you had a chance to look at, or work on the Pro Qualifier baitcast reels? I'm just curious about your opinion, and not looking to stir the pot. With proper maintenance is there any reason to believe my PQs will not give me years of service? I am starting on my third year on one and a second year on a couple more. Thanks.
Yep, I had a few come through. Nothing remarkably different from any of the rest of the BPS reels. parts are cheap, unrefined in their mechanics, and show signs of wear after a season.
Not for nothing, its not all just BPS reels. You would be surprised at what some more expensive, brand name reels are showing. Revos with worn out clutch kickplates or broken yoke posts, Steez with worn out worms and pawls, Rather than dwell on that, look for what I use and recommend. Nothing from BPS is on that list.
Now, aside from the occasional stripped pinion (my own error) on my own reels. No issues Sols, Fuegos, Zillions, TD-X, TD-Z, Capricorns, Procasters, Curado D, Citica D, Calcutta B and GT, Stradic FG, XTC Spinning, CI4......
However, with the exception of just a few of those, they were all more than a Pro Qualifier. I think there's more bang for the buck finding a lightly used reel. DVT or someone else can clean them up better than new for just a few bucks. I can't tell you the deals I've gotten for "used" reels. Sols...$100. TD-X...2 for $75. TD-Z....$120. BNIB Alphas....$170. Tack on $20 or so to have them cleaned, and you have top notch reel that will last.
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
I can't disagree with anything JF has to say here. I think the fly in the ointment is the $100 budget limit. The best advice is to save up that extra $20-$50 and look for deals as in the example posted. If that just is not an option, you can probably get $75 worth of use out of a PQ if you treat it right, but you may go through two in the time a $120 reel would last.
K_Mac reply :
Fair enough guys. I have had great service from my PQ reels and BPS stuff in general, but I will not argue with the testimony of two guys who work on reels professionally. Thanks for your replies. 8-)
bassfinder reply :
I agree on bps pro qualifier. if you have an old 202 or something cheap you can trade it in at the spring sale and get a PQ for about 65.00 normally 100.00. Very good reel for that price.
bigbassctchr101 reply :
QuoteQuoteJ Franco have you had a chance to look at, or work on the Pro Qualifier baitcast reels? I'm just curious about your opinion, and not looking to stir the pot. With proper maintenance is there any reason to believe my PQs will not give me years of service? I am starting on my third year on one and a second year on a couple more. Thanks.Yep, I had a few come through. Nothing remarkably different from any of the rest of the BPS reels. parts are cheap, unrefined in their mechanics, and show signs of wear after a season.
Not for nothing, its not all just BPS reels. You would be surprised at what some more expensive, brand name reels are showing. Revos with worn out clutch kickplates or broken yoke posts, Steez with worn out worms and pawls, Rather than dwell on that, look for what I use and recommend. Nothing from BPS is on that list.
Now, aside from the occasional stripped pinion (my own error) on my own reels. No issues Sols, Fuegos, Zillions, TD-X, TD-Z, Capricorns, Procasters, Curado D, Citica D, Calcutta B and GT, Stradic FG, XTC Spinning, CI4......
However, with the exception of just a few of those, they were all more than a Pro Qualifier. I think there's more bang for the buck finding a lightly used reel. DVT or someone else can clean them up better than new for just a few bucks. I can't tell you the deals I've gotten for "used" reels. Sols...$100. TD-X...2 for $75. TD-Z....$120. BNIB Alphas....$170. Tack on $20 or so to have them cleaned, and you have top notch reel that will last.
I know you just said that none of the list was a BPS brand....But, what about Johnny Morris. Is the quality any better with them? Or same guts with a different shell?
J Francho reply :
Not unless they're deeply discounted.
dulouz reply :
Is anyone concerned with the availablity of parts for the store brand reels? I have heard a few of the reel repair places in my area don't like working on Cabela's or BPS reels. I suppose the big names discontinue stuff as well. Just a thought...
HookSetDon reply :
hey jfranco, im also in the process of selecting a new reel.. the citica e at 119 vs the currado e at 179 ( bps online pricing) would u hands down spring for the extra money and go to t he curado or is it not necessary? i have a chronarch and 2 currados which i love and a cruixus that is mediocre, where does the citica range between the cruixus and currado?
Stasher1 reply :
Personally, I wouldn't even consider a Citica at full retail when I can get a Curado on Ebay for $20 more...shipped to my door.
dulouz reply :
I just bought a citicaE for just under $100 from American Bass Outlet. I considered the Curado, but I didn't want 7.0:1 and the 5.0:1 didn't come in LH. I don't fish tournaments, just on the weekends for fun so i thought the citica would be good enough.
A-Rob reply :
citica would be my choice in that price range.
northern basser reply :
I fished with the citica e and the curado e last summer. Is the curado better? Yes, but not by as much as some think. Citica e's brand new on ebay for around $92.
HookSetDon reply :
QuotePersonally, I wouldn't even consider a Citica at full retail when I can get a Curado on Ebay for $20 more...shipped to my door.
i cant find a currado for cheaper then 200 on ebay for 20 bucks more id do it, but 99-200 a big difference
- retract that i was looking on the canadian ebay, i found on ebay.com currado e for 149 w/ free shipping and citica e for 89 w/ free shipping, lets have a vote lol
polywog reply :
Well I read every last one of your replies and I really appreciate all the response! I just bought a Curado on E-bay about 10 minutes ago. Its name came up a lot and only less than a tank of gas over my budget. Now I have to find a rod. Thanks to all, Ron
HookSetDon reply :
QuoteWell I read every last one of your replies and I really appreciate all the response! I just bought a Curado on E-bay about 10 minutes ago. Its name came up a lot and only less than a tank of gas over my budget. Now I have to find a rod. Thanks to all, Ron
u end up getting it for 149?
polywog reply :
It was 138.84 and free shipping, so I thought it was an OK deal.
Stasher1 reply :
QuoteIt was 138.84 and free shipping, so I thought it was an OK deal.
As I said, $20 more than full retail on a Citica.
Good score.
Goose52 reply :
QuoteIt was 138.84 and free shipping, so I thought it was an OK deal.
I saw that price on eBay and almost bought one myself last night! I was going to recommend a PQ for you but if you ended up happy with your cost - then you got a great deal on a fine reel. Enjoy!
Goose52 reply :
QuoteI want all you Pro qualifier guys to come back in 5 years. I'll still be fishing my old (by then) Citica and Curado E's, my really old Citica and Curado D's, and my antique Curado B's, while your talking about the next "best" $100 reel.
OK.
My records show that I put my "most used" (so far) PQ in service on October 26, 2009. I just set a reminder in my scheduling program to go off on October 26, 2014. I'll give you a report then. I have saved the link to this thread and will capture a screen shot of this post as well and have it on file if for some reason this thread is not viewable in 2014.
At present, I have 12 BPS BC reels: 2 ProLites, 2 Rick Clunns, 2 Carbonlites, and 6 PQs. Of those, the ProLites, Rick Clunns, and the low-ratio PQs are niche reels that will probably last a lifetime at their current service rates. What I will report back on is those PQs and Carbonlites that have seen relatively constant use.
Regarding "use rates" - I fished about 300 days last year. So, is that typical for all anglers? If my PQ reels do show wear or become unserviceable - then did they give 5 years of service? Are my 5 years the same as other angler's 5 years. How about northern anglers that have hardwater for 4 months - they only fish for bass for 8 months (or less if they have closed seasons). Then, they may be working and only fish a few times a week. So their "year" of fishing may only be 60 days on the water. Something to think about.
I keep relatively good fishing records, but I will NOT be able to tell you how many days that I fished each reel since I maintain a "catch" log - not a fishing day log. I WILL be able to tell you how many fish were caught on each reel, and using an average number of casts per fish (probably around 25 or so - have no records on this...but my waters are not continuously productive - I get skunked from time to time!) I will be able to give an estimate of the number of "cycles" (casts & retrieves). I would be able to state (if I wanted to crunch the numbers) the total weight of the fish caught with each reel (it would take some work - not just file sorting). Another metric I could generate would be the types of baits that were used for each reel - this would provide some measure of reel service as a bait worked with the rod tip like soft plastics probably presents less strain to the reel than cranking for instance. Those are some metrics that come to mind that would provide some evidence of the amount of "use" and resulting durability of the reel(s).
As an example: The reel that I put in service on 10-26-09 (PQ#2) has so far caught only 171 fish - perhaps 4200 cycles or so. I completely disassembled that reel for service last month and see no wear other than a little on the clutch return pawl - I'll be keeping an eye on that. At the same rate, in another 3.5 years, it would have only caught a total of 641 fish. Perhaps 16,000 cycles? Is that a lot? Who knows. Let's find out!
In return, you can report on how many, or all, of your current ( by then old) reels are still in your possession and serviceable.
See you in 2014...
BTW - on old stuff (as I just posted in another thread) I sorta know how to keep gear in service. My "new" car is 23 years-old, my "old" car is 39 years-old. I fish 25 year-old reels, and still occasionally fish my 45 year-old gear. So, I'm somewhat familiar with using, and keeping older gear...
hookingem reply :
For a second I thought I was in Ap calculus again... ahaha
QuoteQuoteI want all you Pro qualifier guys to come back in 5 years. I'll still be fishing my old (by then) Citica and Curado E's, my really old Citica and Curado D's, and my antique Curado B's, while your talking about the next "best" $100 reel.OK.
My records show that I put my "most used" (so far) PQ in service on October 26, 2009. I just set a reminder in my scheduling program to go off on October 26, 2014. I'll give you a report then. I have saved the link to this thread and will capture a screen shot of this post as well and have it on file if for some reason this thread is not viewable in 2014.
At present, I have 12 BPS BC reels: 2 ProLites, 2 Rick Clunns, 2 Carbonlites, and 6 PQs. Of those, the ProLites, Rick Clunns, and the low-ratio PQs are niche reels that will probably last a lifetime at their current service rates. What I will report back on is those PQs and Carbonlites that have seen relatively constant use.
Regarding "use rates" - I fished about 300 days last year. So, is that typical for all anglers? If my PQ reels do show wear or become unserviceable - then did they give 5 years of service? Are my 5 years the same as other angler's 5 years. How about northern anglers that have hardwater for 4 months - they only fish for bass for 8 months (or less if they have closed seasons). Then, they may be working and only fish a few times a week. So their "year" of fishing may only be 60 days on the water. Something to think about.
I keep relatively good fishing records, but I will NOT be able to tell you how many days that I fished each reel since I maintain a "catch" log - not a fishing day log. I WILL be able to tell you how many fish were caught on each reel, and using an average number of casts per fish (probably around 25 or so - have no records on this...but my waters are not continuously productive - I get skunked from time to time!) I will be able to give an estimate of the number of "cycles" (casts & retrieves). I would be able to state (if I wanted to crunch the numbers) the total weight of the fish caught with each reel (it would take some work - not just file sorting). Another metric I could generate would be the types of baits that were used for each reel - this would provide some measure of reel service as a bait worked with the rod tip like soft plastics probably presents less strain to the reel than cranking for instance. Those are some metrics that come to mind that would provide some evidence of the amount of "use" and resulting durability of the reel(s).
As an example: The reel that I put in service on 10-26-09 (PQ#2) has so far caught only 171 fish. At the same rate, in another 3.5 years, it would have only caught a total of 641 fish. Perhaps 16,000 cycles? Who knows. Let's find out!
In return, you can report on how many, or all, of your current ( by then old) reels are still in your possession and serviceable.
See you in 2014...
BTW - on old stuff (as I just posted in another thread) I sorta know how to keep gear in service. My "new" car is 23 years-old, my "old" car is 39 years-old. I fish 25 year-old reels, and still occasionally fish my 45 year-old gear. So, I'm somewhat familiar with using, and keeping older gear...
Goose52 reply :
QuoteQuoteI want all you Pro qualifier guys to come back in 5 years. I'll still be fishing my old (by then) Citica and Curado E's, my really old Citica and Curado D's, and my antique Curado B's, while your talking about the next "best" $100 reel.Hmm...I guess disposable reels are sexy.
The most interesting thing is guys buying reels
from companies that have a well established
reputation for NOT supporting their reels
in the aftermarket.
There's some truth to that. Last time I called the BPS service center (Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair) they did not have a good parts supply for the last generation ProLite, and still haven't got an initial stock of parts for the Carbonlite BC reels. Parts/repairs for those reels are possible with salvage reels. Shame on BPS - if they want to be mainstream - they need to reduce the number of BC reels they offer, and make sure they keep spares. However, parts for PQs ARE available and I expect will be for a long time. Since MANY of the parts on the PQ are interchangeable with a Revo - there's an alternative parts supply.
BTW - I got a GREAT PQ parts deal last year. I bought EVERY single part on the reel for only $30........I bought a used reel on eBay.... ;D And that's another way to get parts...
Goose52 reply :
QuoteI work on over 300 reels per year. In just about ever way, Shimano and Daiwa reels are of a superior design and build quality, but you pay for that. You cannot compare an $80 BPS reel to a reel twice as much.
A fair statement indeed.
I promote the PQ as a value at it's price point. I have never said that it's a Curado. People ask for recommendations for an "inexpensive reel," an $80 reel, or a $100 reel and I recommend the PQ and always say wait for the sale. If someone asks about a $200 reel - you don't hear me recommending a PQ... :
Goose52 reply :
QuoteI can't disagree with anything JF has to say here. I think the fly in the ointment is the $100 budget limit. The best advice is to save up that extra $20-$50 and look for deals as in the example posted. If that just is not an option, you can probably get $75 worth of use out of a PQ if you treat it right, but you may go through two in the time a $120 reel would last.
Then I'm in great shape - I have 6 PQs - my average cost for them is $64 so if I get $75 worth of use out of them then I've made money.
NOW, I have two BPS Carbonlites with an average cost of $110 I guess those I'll have to be especially careful to get $110 worth of use out of them... ;D
Goose52 reply :
Phew - I haven't been able to post in a few days so it took me a while to get caught up on this thread.................
ChiCityBasser reply :
My recommendation of reels was based on the price point asked about as well. I recommended the Daiwa Exceler, Cabelas Prodigy and Quantum Accurist PT (older model) at the price point. All 3 of the reels either on sale or on the net can be had at that price point or lower. My Prodigy is going on 3 yrs old with no signs of wear at my last cleaning. My Exceler is going on 2 yrs of use but was purchased used so it is probably 3 yrs old and was only$50-60. My Accurist is going on 3-4 years old and was used off ebay as well. The Exceler impressed me enough to get the 7.1:1 model this year. I'm happy with all of them but I'm in IL so my fishing season isn't long as some other areas as well. As new reels are introduced in this price point of course technology improves and quality gets better.
new2BC4bass reply :
I can't really offer advice on a $100 or less reel. I bought the older Cabela's Prodigy on sale for $60 and had it cleaned, lubed properly, ABEC5 bearings added and some polishing done. Was told it now feels like a $150-$200 reel.
Regarding time spent on water, boy am I jealous of some people! I live in the Northeast. Nearest lake is about 30-35 minutes away. No boat. Fishing is very poor from where I have to fish from shore. It gets hammered by every other shore bound fisherman. There are a couple rivers much closer, but I've always fished lakes. Not fond of moving water. Only caught a few dink smallmouths in my local river. I'm lucky to average 3-4 days a month fishing. I dream of being able to fish almost every day.
My reels will last a lifetime regardless of cost at my current rate of usage. Heck, they probably could go 3-4 years between cleaning intervals! I've never fished one reel for more than about an hour at a time, before switching to another combo with a different lure.
K_Mac reply :
Goose my friend I was starting to think I was the only one willing to draw the wrath of the the Posse. ;D I'm glad you're back. 8-)
The ones I have get regular use, but compared to your numbers my PQ reels will likely last longer than I will. Only time will tell how they hold up long term. I am looking forward to your 2014 report.
Goose52 reply :
QuoteGoose my friend I was starting to think I was the only one willing to draw the wrath of the the Posse. ;D
I got your back buddy!
Yeah - I ended up with a perfect storm of several medical maladies and just couldn't type for a few days. (Although I was getting out everday and fishing for an hour or two and the casting was just tearing up my arm bad but some things are important, eh!). Anyway, went to the doc yesterday and got a big steroid shot, and taking meds, started feeling much better last night.
Leaving in a few minutes for "session 1" fishing - will come home and relax, then hit the "lunker cove" this evening during session 2!
BassThumb reply :
QuoteIt was 138.84 and free shipping, so I thought it was an OK deal.
Great choice. You'll be glad you spent a little extra on the Curado.
small_limit reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteI want all you Pro qualifier guys to come back in 5 years. I'll still be fishing my old (by then) Citica and Curado E's, my really old Citica and Curado D's, and my antique Curado B's, while your talking about the next "best" $100 reel.Hmm...I guess disposable reels are sexy.
The most interesting thing is guys buying reels
from companies that have a well established
reputation for NOT supporting their reels
in the aftermarket.
There's some truth to that. Last time I called the BPS service center (Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair) they did not have a good parts supply for the last generation ProLite, and still haven't got an initial stock of parts for the Carbonlite BC reels. Parts/repairs for those reels are possible with salvage reels. Shame on BPS - if they want to be mainstream - they need to reduce the number of BC reels they offer, and make sure they keep spares. However, parts for PQs ARE available and I expect will be for a long time. Since MANY of the parts on the PQ are interchangeable with a Revo - there's an alternative parts supply.
BTW - I got a GREAT PQ parts deal last year. I bought EVERY single part on the reel for only $30........I bought a used reel on eBay.... ;D And that's another way to get parts...
For both the PQ and Carbonlite reels, you can get the same parts, albeit a bit more expensive, from ABU ... the STX and Premier parts (previous gen) fit in the PQ & CL reels. I have the winch gears and Revo Skeet handles on my ProQualifier Tournament edition reel.
Robert Riley reply :
I currently use the BPS RCX (the purple one 
) it's the most expensive I've bought, $109. But it's served me well, I've never had any problems with it. But what i will say, is that it's the one I more or less learned on, so i cant easily point out faults I've learned over. But overall, it's a pretty good reel for the price.
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