Daiwa Bg Spinning Reel review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Daiwa
Material	Synthetic
Hand Orientation	Right Hand
Color	Black/gold
Handle Material	Aluminum, Aluminum, Aluminum, Aluminum
Item Weight	0.25 Pounds
Fishing Line Type	Braided
Bearing Material	Aluminum

product features

Black Anodized Machined Aluminum Housing ("Hard Bodyz" Body & Side Cover), Over-sized Digigear (Digigear System)
Solid Screw-In Handle, Air Rotor, Dynamic Cut Aluminum ABS Spool
Braided Line Ready Spool, Waterproof Drag System, Carbon ATD, Line Per Handle Turn: 37.4"
Manual Return Bail (4500 and Larger), 6BB+1RB, Gear Ratio: 5.6:1, Drag Max:15.4
Line Capacity (Lb. Test / Yards): 8/240, 10/200, 12/170 J-BRAID: 15/280, 20/240, 30/190
Infinite Anti-Reverse System (4000 and Smaller), Infinite Dual Anti-Reverse System (4500 and Larger)

product description

The next generation of our ever popular BG spinning reel series just got leaner and meaner. This complete series ranges from ultralight freshwater actions to heavy big game saltwater models.

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 5 x 4 inches; 4 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ BG3000
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-adult
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 1, 2016
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Greys Distribution
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01JH8FHTE

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Questions about Daiwa Bg Spinning Reel

Is the 6500 a good size for a 10' 6" surf rod.

Answer: Not too big at all. Many east coast fisherman use the 6500 as a jigging reel on 10' 6" rods. I have one on a Lami Xra 126 1MH

Answer: Frankly I think it is a bit too big and heavy for this rod. Not sure what you are fishing for but this reel holds 550 yards of 50 lb braid. That seems like a lot for a surf rod and reel set up. Maybe the 4500 or the 5000 .

Answer: I rocked a 6000 on a medium heavy. It worked well on a 10'6 okuma Rockaway. These are bigger reels tho. As long as you stay in the specs of your pole. My max on my 10'6 and 12' are 50lbs braid for my medium heavy. Getting one of these for my 12'

Answer: 5000 worked perfectly on my 10ft Okuma. Caught my personal best shark on it. 4 ft blacknose. Handled with ease.

Answer: You will have lot of line on that reel. Will handle large fish

how big is it like in comparison to something

Answer: These reels run way bigger in terms of sizing than Shimano. the 3000 is like a 4000-4500 in terms of Shimano sizing. If you plan on using it for bass in freshwater, get a smaller size. This reel can handle bonito, striper, salmon, and other big fish. I hope that helps:)

Answer: I bought the BG 4500 because I wanted a pretty big real, it is about twice the size of my vintage Penn Spinfisher 4400SS

Answer: “Like” in comparison to other reels, or to “something” like a tackle box?

Answer:

Answer: The BG5000 is the same size as my Penn Conflict 6000 and a little heavier as well.

Answer: Not as heavy as my 91 mustang gt foxbody. Holds more line than a cardi B concert

Answer: the sizing is all whack, you have to look at the line capacity...

Answer: They are all smaller than a large pumpkin.

I got the BG 5000, need to pick a rod for shore fishing mahi mahi. Any have suggestions?

Answer: Bro if you're fishing from shore for mahi mahi and you have a 5000 get atleast a 10ft rod !! Lamiglass is top choice among surf fishermen

Answer: Ugly stik tiger elite series. I have my 5000 on a 7ft tiger elite series.

Answer: anything that's a heavy medium heavy rod and 7ft or 8 ft length

What does the size number mean

Answer: The number are the reel sizes for example bg8000 being the biggest reel they offer and I believe 2500 is the smallest they offer. Different sizes are need for different situations. More line and more drag on the 8000 would be good for offshore fishing but not so much from land.

Answer: They are from 1000 to 10,000 as the number increases so does the reel and it’s weight. For jigging etc you need around 3000 for casting then 5000 to 1000 are called for. Also the bigger the real the more line it can take.

What size reel should i buy? i have a 12' ugly stick heavy surf rod and cast up to 8 oz but usually 5 oz pyramids and sometimes 3 oz artificials.

Answer: Correct - the BG5000 is the right size for a 12ft or 13ft rod. My BG5000 took 330yrds of 50lb Jbraid and is very nicely balanced. The 6500 is a VERY big reel - about a shimnano 25,000 size.

Answer: The 6500 would probably be the best match.

Answer: 6500

With one is better daiwa bg 4000 or shimano nasci 5000xg

Answer: I've had the nasci 4k. Much prefer the BG 2500. almost same size in comparison. I just literally have away the nasci 4k reel to bro in law for surf fishing pompano. Not sure how it's held up. But I have landed some large red drum and black drum on the 2500 BG reel 33-36inch drums. No prob at all. A friend had the Penn battle 3k with 30# braid. He was almost spooled. I've had to feather the spool to prevent that. All in all BG is a good reel. I own the 2500, 3k and 4500 sized reels. With 15# 20# and 30# braids, brands such as kastking and suffix 832. Not a wind knot nor overspills

Answer: I’ve used multiple Daiwa 5000 series reels on the Alabama Gulf Coast for the last 10-15 years. They’re tough and can handle large fish. That said, they must be washed with fresh water immediately after use to remove sand and salt. I disassemble and re-lube annually. Buying more now because accidentally lost parts on older reels are not available. Hard to go wrong with these reels.

Answer: Hi i cant be of much help on this one.I own several daiwa bg series reels but have never owned a shimano. I do know the daiwas are very smooth and reliable.

Answer: Never used the shimano. I like the bg 4000 it is nice and smooth.

Answer: Daiwa bg tough reel for da money

Answer: Best bang for your buck the Daiwa

What is difference in 4000 and 5000?

Answer: 1000 lol. The numbers are reel sizes so the larger the number the more weight you can reel in however diawa reel sizes seem to be underrated so if your looking at a diawa 4000 then it’s probably a little more heavy duty than other brands 4000. That’s just my experience

Answer: The 5000 is a little bigger and stronger.

Answer: Short version, the 5000 series carries more line.

Answer: Larger number means bigger size. May be just amount of line or frame size may also change. Look at daiwa web site. They will have a chart for each model.

Can the Daiwa bg 8000 switch from left hand retrieve to right hand retrieve?

Answer: Yes. I dont have an 8000, but I have a 3, 25, and 65 and they all switch so I dont see why the 8 wouldnt.

Answer: Yes. The instruction manual says how to do it. I have not done it, but it looks pretty simple.

I got a 7 foot heavy rood would the 5000 be a good match for it?

Answer: Without knowing what the rod is it is hard to say... deep sea rod?... What kind of fish are you targeting...? But the 5000 is a pretty big reel for some pretty heavy line.

Answer: It works but if only inshore I would recommend 4000 or 4500

Answer: Yes perfect

Does this come with a line on It or do I have to purchase separately?

Answer: Hello, you are going to need to purchase your own fishing line . You need to buy according to the fish size that you will be targeting..

Answer: Reels do not come with line. You always have to buy the line you need for what you are fishing for.

Answer: No, line is not included in the reel.

Answer: you have to purchase separately

Daiwa:made in?

Answer: BG made in China

What is inluded in the box with BG4000?

Answer: I purchased the BG4500 however would assume them to be the same. The o,my items were the reel with one attached spool, a handle so that you can set for left or right hand use and a single page user basic instruction manual. Didn't expect much more.

Answer: The bg reel,spool & extra washers. Good reel for da price blows da penn battle2 away.

Answer: Reel spool extra wasshers for even line lay.

what size is this "BG Spin 6 + 1, 5.6 : 1" option?

Answer: 3000

This reel left or right handle ?

Answer: You can change the handle to the left side or the right,it’s very simple.

Answer: You can change the handle to either side of the reel. Easy, unscrew handle and unscrew cap on opposite side and pass the handle and tighten up. Simple. Tight lines and good luck.

Answer: Both the handle is interchangeable

Answer: It'll swap to either side. Very good reels.

Is this reel overkill for surf fishing in SwFla

Answer: all depends on what you're fishing for. the reel is on the heavy side so plan accordingly for the type of fishing you plan on doing. The 6500 is good for throwing bait off the beach, pier, and will do very well on a boat. i personally use the 3500 & 5000 in the surf in SE Florida and New York. Have not encountered any fish that it couldn't handle, sharks included

Answer: Looking for my 1st salt water surf reel to pair with 10ft Ugly Stik. What size do i really need for your average sized red fish, snapper, pompano rigs, black drum? Thx

Answer: Actually that’s why bought this reel. A friend recommended this model for surf fishing due to its line capacity for larger fish. I will also use this rig for kayak fishing

Answer: Best reel I’ve ever used! And I was a very dedicated Penn user!

Would the 5000 go good with a 9 ft med fast action rod?

Answer: The BG series are a size larger than other comparable models. For example, Penn 5000 and a BG4000 are comparable. For your rod, I think a 4000 would be better.

Answer: That choice is a middle of the road rod for almost any type of fishing. I love my BG.

What side does the handle go if I'm a 'righty'? First fishing rod.

Answer: The handle goes on the left side for a spinning reel.

Answer: I'm a righty I reel with my left. So left side.

Answer: what ever side feels comfortable to you. I am right handed and I have it on the right side, feels weird on the left side.

Answer: Any side you want. Great reel for salt. I have 6 of them

Answer: Left

What size is best for red fish other saltwater fishing?

Answer: If you are fishing with bait for large red fish, the BG4000 might be ok for you. If you do a lot of jigging you might want to go a size or two smaller. I use the BG4000 for top water lures and larger fish mostly. They are great reels for the money. There is nothing that compares in their price range. Very Pleased.

Answer: I use the 3500 for my inshore salt water fishing. I've caught some good sized redfish with it. I had no problems at all.

Answer: You're probably better off trying match with the rod you're using. Match with the line weight, where the reel seat is, guides and weight. I've actually landed pretty big blues on a 2500 and prefer that with my st croix inshore rod. When offshore I prefer the 6500 bottom fishing with the mojo salt. I would go with the 5000 for surf fishing,, so depends

Answer: I'm using the 3000 size, handles most inshore fish quite well.

Answer: I have a diawa emcast bait runner reel, for catfish / carp and the thing is a monster, too much reel for the purpose actually. I have the diawa BG in a 2500 which I use for bass...perfect size. Hope this gives some frame of reference

Answer: My wife loves the 2500 with her smaller hands than mine, I love the 3000. I'd let the pole's line weight limit narrow it down, the 2500-3000's 10-20# are an ideal match with a 7'0"'s 12-17#

Answer: 4500 or larger. but i'd check with the company. they will respond

What's the best st. croix mojo spinning rod combo with bg500? 7’6” / medium heavy / fast or 7’ / medium heavy / fast ?

Answer: this personal choice 6” no charge to mach

Want to pair with a croix mojo m/h rod. I have a battle22500but want a bit more 20lb braid capacity. Would a 3000 or 3500bg be too much for that rod?

Answer:

Answer: No, it wouldn't be too much. I wouldn't go any bigger than the 3500 though.

Can I pair daiwa bg 3000 with St. Croix 86 medium heavy

Answer: Med heavy rod are a bit heavier than I would use on that reel. I have a pair of 3500 on medium Calico Jacks and they can be too heavy at times.

Answer: Desired rod weight is really based on personal preference. If you are comfortable with that rod and it's good for the fish that you would like to target, the 3000 will be fine on that rod.

Best size for salmon?

Answer: I'm not sure where one other comment is coming from regarding sting rays and sharks, but for Salmon, I'd say the 4000 is probably good. 5000 tops....and that is probably as big as you'll need.

Answer: It’s big and slightly heavy. Definitely for big salmon and more like sting rays and sharks.

Answer: The 4000 should be fine. I have the 8000 and seen people catch tuna and ice caught shark on my reel but it may be a little overkill for your use so I recommend the 4000

Will the bg 5000 fit on ugly stik elite from this link? https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/b00vs0rmck/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=atvpdkikx0der&psc=1

Answer: Do you need that line capacity and max drag? You may find a smaller size better for you. I think if you want this size reel it would match up better with a different ugly stik. I have this reel on an ugly stik tiger elite for offshore saltwater jigging and it's perfect. I spooled it with 40lb braid. I have another in the 4500 size spooled with 30 lb braid and a top shot of 20lb mono for live lining bait for Yellowtail snapper.

Answer: Yes but I wouldn't put it on that rod. The reel is too nice for that rod in my opinion.

Answer: yes

What 6'6" or 7' rod would match well with the BG 5000 reel? Mostly looking to do saltwater fishing with some freshwater as well.

Answer: IMHO anything with a mono line rating of 15-30lbs would work great there

What's the best sizes reel for fishing 4- 12 lb BASS? Was looking at the 2500 but not offered here for some reason.

Answer: It is offered but listed under "140 yds/10lbs"

Answer: I'm a salty ? But that should work.

How much drag on the 5000?

Answer: 22 lbs. of drag, it is a beast for it's size. With 80 pound braid and 60 lb. mono leader,

Answer: 22lbs

Would 5000 be fine for my 9 foot medium heavy rod I use for 5-10 pound striper

Answer: The Daiwa BG5000 with 30lb braid on a 9 foot medium action rod is the combination I use angling in the surf. It handles ten pounders without a problem. It's a great reel. I highly recommend.

Answer: BG 3500 or 4000 have plenty of power and line for 10-20 lb striper. BG5000 is big and heavy , good for much bigger fish even offshore

Answer: Yes, but for the size fish you are after it might be too much. I use my BG 5000 with 80# braid for

Answer: Yes, it would work fine. 5000 has manual bail and I think a stronger anti reverse dog gear.

Answer: I have a 4500 and it holds just over 200 yards of 20# test mono. I think a 5000 holds just over 250 yards of 20# test mono. Hope this helpd

Answer: Take a look at the 4500 series. I put one on a 9ft meat hunter, and another on an 8' for my wife. We both love the 4500. The sizes on these are a touch different. My 6500 has the same line capacity as my Okuma 8000. So the 4500 BG has more line capacity than you would expect. Great drag. Smooth. And they have all landed a bunch of catfish. Best of luck!

Answer: This reel would be more than enough. I catch 20lb yellowfin on this rig. You could possibly step down to a BG4000 if you want a smaller outfit. BG3500 if you use braid. Either way you will be happy with how it performs.

Answer: Yes, I think it will work well

Answer: That’ plenty!

Answer: Yes

what line braid test?

Answer:

Answer: Your question has to do with braid line testing: Here are some examples for certain types of line weight for fishing:

Answer: The 4000 holds 370 yards of 20lb braid. 200 yards of 40lb braid.

Answer: I would go with 20 to 40 pound. Depends on what your trying to catch. I have 30 pound on mine and catches everything I have targeted. Tuna up to 50 pounds, Dorado (dolphinfish or Mahi Mahi) up to 50. Snapper, Snook, Roosterfish. Like casting top waters. Been a nice reel so far. No problems.

based off a recommendation from salt strong I order three bg 5000 upon receiving them the first two I put together the bails would not close any help?

Answer: The 4500 and larger have a manual bail, after casting, you manually flip it. The 4000 and below flip automatically when you start reeling.

Answer: Send them back.

fishing in surf with 10’ rod. 15lb test. Is BG 4000 right size, or go to 5000? Don’t want heavy rig

Answer: 4000 probably better

Hi, what is manufacturing country for this reel ??

Answer: China

This is BG3000 reel right?

Answer: I think you can choose the size you want depending on what's available

What size reel would be best for holding 50 pound fishing line

Answer: The following models would accept 50 pound braid line BG4500, 5000, 6500, 8000. As for monofilament the manufacturer website doesn't state. Here is the manufacturer reel models details so you may see:

Could you use the 6500 on a 7 foot 6 rod or would it be two big ?

Answer: The 6500 is a big real. I use a 2500 on a 8’ rod

Answer: it depends on the line rating on the rod. The 6500 is a big powerful reel.

Answer: I don't like the feel on that size rod. The reel is too large for that smaller rod. It will work, but I don't like the way it feels to large

Answer: Yes. You can use that model and rod.

Answer: I would say It depends what the rod is rated for in weight, not necessarily the length.

Want to pair with a croix mojo m/h rod. I have a battle2 but want a bit more 20lb braid capacity. Would a 3000 or 3500bg be too much for that rod?

Answer: No

what pound max drag force for daiwa bg 5000

Answer: 22lb max

Answer: 22lbs for the BG4500 and BG5000

Answer: 22 lbs

is the 4000 reel ambidextrous?

Answer: Yes, you can install the handle to either side of the reel.

Answer: Yes, easy switch, takes less than a minute, even if one does it slowly.

Answer: Yes!!

Which size would you recomend for yellowtailing and mangrove snapper fishing

Answer: Size 4000 and under inland and freshwater.......4000 and above (because of larger gearing) surf and salt

Answer: What method of fishing do you prefer ? Land based, boat or kayak ? What bait ? Braid or mono ?

Answer: I'm sorry I can't assist you with this question. I fish fresh water for salmon and other large fish species. I'm not familiar with those fish or their habitat.

What is the drag strength on the 6500

Answer: 40lbs

tsunami shield or this ?

Answer: Don't want to bad-mouth anyone's product but look at the reviews, or go down to the local pier or beach and see what people are using. BG is a very popular reel.

Answer: I don't think you can go wrong with the BG.

Answer: Daiwa BG

Is this a knock-off copy, not a real daiwa reel?

Answer: these are not knock offs...this is what the BG reels typically run retail.

Answer: Mine was real. Ordered it off Amazon.

For the bg5000, is a 7’ medium weight uglystik a good combo?

Answer: No get the 2500 or the 3000 for a 7 ft med

Answer: I think it would be fine, but depends on how you're fishing. The reel might feel a bit much to be casting and retrieving for long periods of time. If you're bottom fishing, its fine

What is the dimension of the shipping package?

Answer: I threw away the amazon box but the manufacturer's box for a 6500 size reel measures roughly 7-1/2"x7-1/2"x5-1/4" deep.

Answer: The box was around 6x6” but that was in a much larger box.

es un bg 5000?

Answer: Es un buen carrete para sur fishing agua salada para una caña de 12 pies

Answer: Puedes seleccionar el tamaño que quieras, hay varios modelos.

What size is this reel?

Answer:

Do all Daiwa BG come with a registration number card?

Answer: I still have the box for my BG4500 and all the stuff that came with it. There are two instruction manuals and a couple of spare plastic gaskets but nothing that looks like a registration number card.

Answer: Mine didn’t. It just stated warranty was through proof of purchase.

Answer: It should

how much is the shipping fee going to Philippines?

Answer: add the item to checkout and it will tell you before putting in your credit/money info

Would a 3000 reel be a good match on a tsunami airwave 9' surf rod med hvy action for long island striped bass surf fishing?

Answer: I believe so although all my rods are 7 1/2’ and less. It should be good in casting.

Answer: The 3000 IS VERY ROBUST WITH A LARGE CONTROL WHEEL VERY COSTAL

What size reel would be best with the Okuma Rockaway 11ft surf rod? I’m planning to use it for plugging.

Answer: i have the same rod and i have the 4500 bg with it but its to heavy but 4000 or 4500 and keep in mind that these reels are larger than other reels

Answer: 3500 or 4000 they are heavy for plugging. I use Shimano Stradic 4000 for plugging, very light reel and higher drag.

Answer: I will recommend the size 6000 match an 11 foot rod

Answer: 3500 or4000. These reels run big.

Are the bearings sealed

Answer: Yes! The Best reel for the money ! I have 3000,4000, two 5000 and 6500 GO FOR IT!!

Answer: Don’t think so

Product reviews of Daiwa Bg Spinning Reel

Trung Lai : Big and light with the right price.

I still have this reel for backup, but i doubted that ill use this. Its good for the price, only downside is that it has a delay in loosing up the line when your pulling in a fat stingray or shark. So much lighter than my saltist 5000. Big spool with so much line. Good for beginner when starting out fishing. For a decent price reel you wont find it at your local walmart. I would recommend new anglers to start with this for ocean fishing and go from there.

Jared : Great reel for a awesome price feel great in the ...

Great reel for a awesome price feel great in the hand I match it up with ugly stick gx 2 and some kast king braid .

westleyLAKE : Good. Just a little bit too big.

Good. Just a little bit too big. This is just slightly lighter than my DAIWA BG 8000. I've used it several times for fishing fishing large blue fish on party boats. So far no negative issues.

Tucker : Daiwa BG5000

I absolutely LOVE this reel. The BG series is the best choice and is better than some $200+ reels. I've used it for surf and pier fishing and have caught dozens of fish, up to 25lbs, and have had no problems from it in the salt water. I've had friends that used to have the Daiwa Saltist reels, that bought the BG, and got rid of all the Saltist because the BG is almost as good, but around half the price. I don't think that's saying that the Saltist is bad, but just that the BG is extremely good for its price and may be underpriced compared to comparably priced reels in the market today. If you're looking at getting something like a Penn Fierce or Battle, I'd recommend spending a few extra bucks to get the BG- you won't be disappointed.

RobS : Nicer than I expected

I recently purchased a Diawa BG 3000 and a Balistic 3000, the Balistic is over twice the price and is significantly lighter weight, but the BG is just as smooth and the drag is just as nice as the much more expensive reel. I like both reels and will post an update after I have put a few months of use on them.
I will be purchasing another BG if it holds up well fishing this week.

Mariah Milano : Awesome Reel - Put To The Test Day 1 And It Exceeded Expectations!

I have always been a Penn & Shimano guy but decided to try this Diawa out and man, am I impressed! First day out hooked into a 7 ft nurse shark and this reel didn't flinch. Caught Gag Grouper all day before the shark and it was flawless. I won't hesitate to buy Diawa reels in the future!

Saulo Ventura : This is my first Daiwa BG

Love the grip for the handle. The mechanism is butter smooth, it spins on it's on just by gravity.

Tested the drag by tightening it and trying to force it by hand and it wouldn't budge with me having to make a big effort.

Looks amazingly sexy, can't ask for much more, especially for the price

Ryan Bray : Great little reel for bay, inshore, and lake fishing

Not that expensive and it's a great spinning reel! Very durable and can handle serious fish. I run it on a 7' medium ugly stick. In a pinch on a tuna boil, I caught a pair of 20-25lb skipjack using this rig with 15lb test. The reel was singing as the line ran out and it held up to some extreme abuse.

I have probably taken it out >25 times and re-spooled it 3 times. Have performed no maintenance on this reel other than a couple fresh water rinses and is sprayed some WD-40 on it a few weeks ago. 10/10 would buy again.

Brandon A Collins : Great Reel at this price point!!

This reel is smooth and feels good in your hand. It is a bit heavy but the take up and large gear make up for that as it’s proven to be really durable. Makes big fish feel small. Depending on how you like the fight, that’s either good or bad. Muscling large fish off the rocks means it’s a good thing for me.

Kenneth Watson : No. Really. Buy these. Incredible value

I do not believe there is a better spinning reel for less than $400. Period. I have them from 2500 to 6500 on various setups for cats bass and carp. Wife has a pair of 4500 with 50lb braid for the big kitties. Smooth. Reliable. Best drag I have encountered on a spinning reel. Smooth no nonsense. Perhaps the best value in spinning reels.

Michael : Love the reel

If you compare to others you will see that you can't beat this reel. Once you hold it and see how it works you will agree that its one of the best reels. I will buy again.

SKA : Best in class in the $80-$90 range

Pros: Smooth. Great drag. Casts well. Braid ready. Looks great. Hard to beat at this price point.

Cons: Heavy compared to more expensive reels. The "shank" on this reel is a little short given the huge rotor / bail. The result, in the smaller sizes, is that the bail is much closer to the rod than I am accustomed to. As such, I've had to pay attention to and/or adjust how I hold the rod to keep the bail from hitting my knuckles during the retrieve. So if you tend to hold your rod just above the reel seat as I do, you may run into a similar issue.

Eugene E. Mitchell : Strong reel

Durability? Ask me that after crab season. This is the new reel I have been shopping for. I found it on Amazon at a good price, cheaper then most dealers. It only took two days to grt to my door? I didn't request special shipping, it's my Xmas gift.
My main use of a spinning reel is crab snare fishing. It's hard on reels and the Daiwa 5000 holds up! The manual bail helps in avoiding accidentally closing while casting plus reel wear. A day of crabbing for me is 15 hours of casting a 6 ounce weight every 10 minutes with the hope of reelingnin a couple pounds of crab!

Javier vidal : Buen reel para pescar en Estero y rio.

Lo recibí según lo esperado, me gusta su calidad y su peso. Ideal para la pesca que necesito realizar, aunque el precio está un poco más de lo normal puedo decirles que es una buena compra. Aun no lo he usado apenas me llego hace unos días pero estoy contento con el carrete.

Chance B : Worst Decision for firstr timer

Honestly I love this reel at first, I had this reel for a month. I used it sparingly maybe a few hours a week. Followed all maintenance procedures. Then the reel was not smooth anymore and did the arm would get stuck during line reeling. I sent it to Daiwa for warranty. It took them about 2 weeks to get back to me. Then they tried to charge me $30 for repairs. I explained that its only a month old. They said they didn't have my receipt. Which is silly because I sent the receipt in the box as directed in the warranty claim. They finally processed the reel for free, however I sent this reel to them on August 13. Its currently September 6 and still no reel. I called them for the fifth time because no email of tracking or any info from Daiwa. The said that the reel will get back to me September 26. I am very disappointed. The WORST CUSTOMER SERVCE I HAVE EVER COME ACROSS. DO NOT BUY THIS REEL OR THEIR PRODUCTS. CUSTOMER SERVICE IS TERRIBLE. IM going to get my money back and buy a shimano

Prentice Pullins (Breeze Life Fishing) : Worth every penny

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Matt : Incredible reel!

What a great reel. I have the 4000 size and its perfect match for my Penn Battalion 7'6" for inshore striper fishing.
It is true what all the review bloggers say about this reel. Best bang for your buck in saltwater reels right now. Incredibly solid and powerful. Super smooth top quality bearings make it a dream when fighting a large fish or just a casting retrieve. Really impressed.

WR : Love the BG Reels

I am a saltwater charter captain and started using the new BG when it first came out. They have been great! A super value for the money. The only thing I suggest is, if you use in saltwater, clean the line roller frequently. I spray a really good lubricant in there after taking it apart and that seems to help.

STATSRT : High Quality Product

Just received the Daiwa BG 6500 and spooled with 40 lb. braid. Paired with Penn Heavy Spinning Rod and it's exactly what I had been looking for. Reel is excellent quality and smooth action and line lay to reel is perfect. Once again Daiwa has come through with a excellent product which only those who want to spend hundreds more on a reel can complain about, and then it's probably ego and not product quality. Thanks, Daiwa and Amazon for a job well done.

Nick lang : Tank

I gave it 2 stars for the lightweight category because this thing is not built to be light, it is built very good and is very durable. I have only used it once so far and caught a 33" redfish and a 28" black drum. I had to turn down the drag for the redfish because I wanted to tire him out before bringing him. As you know if you have done your research it has 33ib drag, I bought this to pull up grouper but have yet to do so, only thing I would be worried about when it comes to grouper is the gear ratio but I have this paired to an ugly stick tiger elite jigging rod 6'6. So far so good, do not expect this reel to fail anytime soon

Javier vidal : Buen reel para pescar en Estero y rio.

Rajesh : amazing

I have only had experience with Penn fierce reels before and i will say this reel is 100 times better in every single aspect. Fought a few 15lbs snapper on the 500 so far and the fight was much more smooth / steady and enjoyable. Every angler should have this reel in their arsenal.

Trung Lai : Big and light with the right price.

Middle Aged Man : Sooo Smooth. But BIG

This things is LARGE. I bought the 6500 size A lot larger than my Penn 6500 live liner, but also lighter. It is extremely smooth and it looks great! I am proud to walk onto the beach with it. It slings baits very nicely. I recently caught a nice bluefish with it. Just be aware it is nice and big!

Omatee Dookie : It okay

This reel is nice looking but when it comes down to it being seal from splash it is not it had water all in the gear little water and yes i will wash the reel with fresh water to get out salt and sand i had to change the grease as well because it was making a grinding sound and had a feel like a hand mill about 20 minutes of being used the first time .

Rdean : Packed with Grease

Reel seems like other reels in a similar price range. One advantage is the bail wire is more substantial than other reels.

One thing I don't understand is the amount of grease inside and around the reel. This thing is packed full of grease. Perhaps the grease reduces water intrusion, but the amount of grease is counterintuitive to every recommendation I've read about keeping grease to a minimum.

John D Bee : Paired perfectly with my inshore travel rod.

Amazing reel for under $100. 240+ yards of 20 pound braid on a medium (6-17lbs and 1/8-1/2oz) 7 foot fast action rod seem prefect to me.

Joseph : Great Reel

I bought the reel from a recommendation from a local shop. They were right!! This reel has preform perfect!! I love it. I use it surf fishing so it get soaked in saltwater and still works perfect. I do take care my reels tear down grease and oil. I have had other reels that did make a second trip. They rusted in the drive home. I love this reel. I have another Daiwa it’s a Sealine 30 just as tough love their product.

Duer : Great value!

Best spinning reel Ive owned. Great value. Only issue is the wildly generous line capacity. Id estimate I can put 400 yards of 0.28 mm braid on the 6500. Its stated line capacity is 550 yards of 0.36 mm braid. Bee Ess! Cmon Daiwa, I love your stuff, you dont have to oversell it. Or fire somebody.

Charles J. : Best reel I've used in a long time!

I've purchased a couple sizes and they've been the best I've ever owned. Used them for everything from smallmouths and Pike in Maine to bull reds and sharks on the TX coast. Casting distance is great and the spool design works better with braid than any other reel I've owned. No wind knot problems and phenomenal drag.

Capt. Dan : Good price for a solid reel

So far so good! Caught multiple Sailfish, wahoo, blackfin tuna and Mahi on these slick reels. Fast retrieve, solid construction and good looks for a Benjamin? I bought 8 for my charter boat and haven’t been disappointed yet.

Update: I purchased 8 bg6500 and 4 bg4500 reels Nov 2016 and have absolutely thrown everything at them. Good: Drag system, infinite anti reverse, metal construction. Bad: bail roller corrodes easily, getting seized in the process. Costs $25 to replace...

Anonymous : Da best reel ever

The best reel you'll ever get for $100. Beats out all other reels under $200. Penn and shimano got nothing on Daiwa. Bought the 4000 and it can easily catch 20-30 lb striper. Also got an 8000 and i use it for snagging paddle fish and asian carp. Built like a tank. Gonna try to get one in every size.

Gabi's Dad : Great sturdy reel

I have a BG4000, as well. Love BG reels. Handles snook, redfish, and tarpon of various sizes. And the accidental shark. ???? Had a little problem with the promised delivery date. FedEx or vendor problem? I don't know. It's all good now.

Vincent Mannino : Incredible Value

An incredible reel for the cost. Under 100 for a saltwater reel that is extremely rugged and well made. Bought 3 of these for offshore fishing and catfishing. The 5000 is quite a large reel but surprisingly light in the hand, and extremely smooth. Paired with 2 Ugly Stik Bigwater rods, and an older Rhino rod, and could not be happier. Will update in the future after extended usage. Also bought some ashconfish 70lb, and 35lb braid to test what these reels "like" better.

chris : Best Bang for your buck

Smooth, great line retrieve, it’s been submerged in salt water, laided in the sand and still smooth as the day I got it

Best line capacity too

ay : It's a great reel, compared to other reels

It's a great reel, compared to other reels, this feels smooth and has a ton of power behind it. Do a bit of research and you will find mostly praises for this reel. For around 100 dollars, it cannot be compared. It feels smooth, steady, and provides you with confidence that is required to handle bigger species. I use this for everything including saltwater and freshwater. The only thing I had trouble with was fitting the 4000 sized reel on to a Shakespeare elite 7-foot medium. The foot of this reel was a bit too large for the reel seat of the Shakespeare but I forced it in somehow. I do surf fishing with this and trout fishing by switching my leader. I have a 15 lb braided line and when targeting different species, I change my leader from 20lb to 4lb. Recently pulled a 2lb Monkeyfaced prickleback out of a hole with this combo with relative ease.

3 Months Update
I really enjoy and recommend this reel, I will buy multiple sizes for different rod setups. I fish on mostly on jetties and I have fallen and banged this reel up, it still runs like a champ. I try my best to take care of my tackle, but accidents do happen. :/

I paired mine with a Shakespeare Elite:

Update 9 months:
I pair it now with a UglyStik Elite Spinning Fishing Rod (Salmon/Steelhead) with is a much better pairing for this reel size.

Still no problems fishing saltwater with it. I just do a simple rinse with tap water and everything function flawlessly. No squeaking, just dings, and scratches from fishing off the jetty and resting my reel/rod on the rocks. Caught 23inch lings and halibut with relative ease. I fish twice a week so I am extremely happy with the purchase. If any other reels I have fail I will replace it with this one again.

Update (18 months) 1.5 years

Still going strong, accumulated more dings to the reel from falls and such, fishing once a week at least I still haven't serviced it yet (I should) and it is still working as it should. Only thing I did to the reel is to sand the top of the spool since it became rough due to me falling and banging the reel on the jetty rocks but the reel is still surviving and works as it should. This is my only rod and reel I bring since going to the jetties and having reliable gear means a lot to me. My father just broke his Penn reel that I bought for him I will be replacing it with this one since my experience with it is such an excellent one.

2 Years without a hiccup.

Great reel, I fish with it once a week in saltwater, if you rinse it off every time after you fish and do maintenance yearly (I did my first one after 2 years) I believe it will last a very long time.

Charles J. : Best reel I've used in a long time!

ian z. : Great reel

These reels are great and possibly the best real for under $100. I see in the 1 star comments complaints about the baol not closing automatically. Well idiots.... You're not supposed to turn the handle to close your bail. Doing so will eventually cause damage. Some reels and sizes are manual only. I remove the automatic bail trip from most of my reels, but my point is if these people don't know how to use a spinning reel, I doubt they know how to take care of one. So read these reviews with that in mind.

Alan : Reel is smooth as Butter

Just got this Reel, put on the handle and its smooth as butter. Weight of handle keeps it spinning. I am pairing this BG 30 with a TFO 7' Professional series Rod. I am hoping I can use in fresh water for Bass as well as salt water for Reds, drum and grouper. I will update my review once I get it wet.

Robert Weir : A Beast !!!

It can handle some big fish !!! I also didnt realize how big it truly was
I got the 5000 on a 9 foot penn prevail
I wish I would have gotten a size or two smaller
But overall pleased
Handles flatheads in the upper 40's with ease
I live pretty far away from any oceans so i doubt itll be used any time soon for thag

Charles J. : Best reel I've used in a long time!

Mr. Taylor : ????

Very impressed. I have the 6500 and the 3000. The 6500 has fast line pickup, anti-reverse bearing + anti-reverse dogs, manual bail, huge main gear and pinion gear, SMOOTH DRAG and holds 450 yards of 65# braid. All that for only $100! I also have the 3000 for inshore bass on a 7’ cousins 10-17# spinning rod and it’s a nice combo that I have been putting a lot of fish on recently and I can say, its an awesome reel. Daiwa really knows how to make fantastic spinners. The technology from the Saltigas trickles down to these BG’s. I would highly recommend The Daiwa BG series.

Anonymous : Da best reel ever

Amazon Customer : Fantastic reel

I was looking for a smaller surf / salmon reel for alaska. I tried several reels in the 75-100$ range before buying the bg4000. Absolutely no comparison. For close to the same money as the others, the BG is easily twice the reel, it's a great value and well worth the $105.

Bear : BG Reel is junk! Parts holding bail together exploded while fishing

Reel is garbage! After my 7th trip on a party boat for fluke fishing the components holding the bail in place exploded everywhere. After I dropped my jig and cranked the handle to close the bail. I heard an usual sound and saw a spring shoot across into the water. Heard something bounce on the deck looked down and watched the screw roll off into the water. Than I looked at my reel and the bail was dangling on the reel only connected at the other end ????. Pissed off, I was about to cut my line as it was about 80ft in water now with no way to reel it in. The mate came over and says you alright bro?? He looked and saw my reel and says.....yup, you have a BG. My advice never buy a BG they are junk and I know a lot of people having problems with them. Than he told me not to cut the line because I'll lose my bucktail and teaser. He said I have no problem pulling that in for you so you dont lose your stuff and sure enough he pulled my line in by hand.

Amazon Customer : NICE REEL !!! ....NOPE JUNK !!! (Updated)

Just got the BG 3000 in the mail... originally ordered the 2000 but returned it and ordered the 3000 which better fits my needs. Haven't fished it yet, but have it spooled and ready to go. The real feels super nice and can't wait to try it !!!

***UPDATE*** GARBAGE REELS !!! I bought two of these and almost exactly a year later...outside of warranty both reals needed bearings replaced...$130 in parts/labor/shipping... I'll never buy another Daiwa product as long as I live. You've been warned...these things are terrible...complete junk...hope Daiwa sees this !!!

BOURNE : Daiwa BG Spinning Reels

i see a 3500 in my future Im currently using a 4000 on a st croix mojo fast action ,seams nice ,I think a smaller spool will be a great addition to the 7 ft rod ,Daiwa has always been a leader in winding line on the spool ,(worm gear) makes a whole lot of difference .These reals are not Team Daiwa reels but are good enough to enjoy without busting the bank on shimano junk

Amazon Customer : LOST IT IN SALTWATER!!

I’ve lost this whole set up in the salt water in Crystal River Florida and somehow managed to reel it back in with another hook by snagging the the rod off the bottom. I was pretty sure it was ruined but I immediately flushed it with freshwater and when I came home gave it a really good rinsing opened it up and did the same, this thing still works perfectly although I’ve heard the smaller sizes all right so fortunate

Mike S : Tough and very smooth

I burned up a couple Stradics fishing schoolie dolphin years ago. I switched to the older BG reels with zero issues or failures. When these came out, I picked one up at a store and couldn't believe how refined it was compared to the tank like older BG models. I now have 5 of these, no issues to report, and still silky smooth.

Charles J. : Can't beat daiwas quality at the price point.

The only "damage" was to the factory cardboard box. Took the new reel and some 50lb braid to Port Aransas the following weekend. Brought in 2 bull reds at 36" and 40". The reel performed like a dream. I've been a Penn fan for a very long time but the Daiwa at the price is equal or better to their products.

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