KastKing Royale Legend GT Baitcasting Reels, New Low Profile Design Fishing Reel, Magnet Braking System, 17.6 Lbs Carbon Fiber Drag, 5+1 Shielded Stainless Steel Bearings review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | KastKing |
| Material | Graphite |
| Hand Orientation | Left Hand |
| Color | A: Left Handed -7.2:1-Royale Legend GT |
| Item Weight | 8 Kilograms |
| Fishing Line Type | Braided, Monofilament, Fluorocarbon |
| Bearing Material | Stainless Steel |
product features
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- NEW DESIGN KastKing Royale Legend GT (Grand Touch) baitcaster reels puts you first with outstanding performance, great looks, superb comfort and feel at an affordable price. You will love the carryover low profile casting reel design from the KastKing Royale Legend II fishing reel. One look and you know this is the baitcast reel you!
- ALL ABOUT THE FEEL KastKing developed incredible synthetic soft grip handles for the Royale Legend GT casting reel. Their remarkable feel led to the name, “Grand Touch.” It will give you a great grip in any situation and allows you to fish all day long with a comfortable grip. Grand Touch handle grips are mounted on a strong 95.5 mm 6061 aluminum alloy handle.
- OUTSTANDING FEATURES 8 cross-fire magnets for baitcaster braking efficiency and superior casting control, a low profile palmable of just 1.65 inch height above the reel seat and a total weight of only 7.2 ounces. Combine those fishing tournament features with a quadruple disc carbon drag that delivers a whopper stopping 17.6 lbs of drag for an incredible value in baitcasting reels.
- BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE AND ENDURANCE 5 + 1 Double Shielded Stainless Steel Bearings, Hamai precision cut brass 37 mm main gear, brass pinion gear, brass main shaft, nickel-plated brass worm shaft, stainless steel hardware, a sweet spot 7.2:1 gear ratio with 29.8” IPT for quick line pick up, smooth ceramic line guide. Line Capacity Mono (Lbs/Yds):10/130,12/110,14/9, Braid: (Lbs/Yds): 40/130, 50/110, 65/90
- DAZZLING LOOKS KastKing Royale Legend GT fishing reels have a stunning matte red finish on the frame and trim with sleek gloss black side covers, and a black and red anodized aluminum spool that will turn heads at any fishing hole or bass fishing tournament. Available in right hand and left hand models, this baitcast reel can be used for freshwater or saltwater fishing.
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Product Description
KastKing Royale Legend GT Baitcasting Reel
The New KastKing Royale Legend GT (Grand Touch) baitcasting reels were created for anglers who want outstanding performance, great looks, superb comfort. You will love the carryover low profile casting reel design from the KastKing Royale Legend II fishing reel. One look and you know this is the baitcaster reels for you!
KastKing developed incredible synthetic soft grip handles for the Royale Legend GT casting reel. Their remarkable feel led to the name, “Grand Touch.” It gives you a great grip in any situation and allows you to fish all day long with a comfortable grip. Grand Touch handle grips are mounted on a strong 95.5 mm 6061 aluminum alloy handle.
KastKing Royale Legend GT baitcast reels have 8 cross-fire magnets for magnetic braking efficiency and superior casting control, a low profile palmable 1.65 inch height off the fishing reel seat, and a total weight of only 7.2 ounces. Combine those fishing tournament features with a quadruple disc carbon drag that delivers a whopper stopping 17.6 lbs of drag for an incredible value in baitcasting reels.
For performance and endurance KastKing used 5 + 1 Double Shielded Stainless Steel Bearings, Hamai precision cut brass 37 mm main gear, brass pinion gear, brass main shaft, nickel-plated brass worm shaft, stainless steel hardware, 7.2:1 gear ratio with 29.8” IPT for quick line pick up, smooth ceramic line guide. Line Capacity is Mono (Lbs/Yds):10/130,12/110,14/90, Braid: (Lbs/Yds): 40/130, 50/110, 65/90
KastKing Royale Legend GT fishing reels are a “looker” that have a stunning matte red finish on the frame and trim with sleek gloss black side covers, and a black and red anodized aluminum spool that will turn heads at any fishing hole or bass fishing tournament. Available in right hand and left hand models, this baitcast reel can be used for freshwater or saltwater fishing. Check these features and realize what a great value this KastKing fishing reel is.
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Precision Brass Main GearThe precision machined brass main gear provides smooth operation and long reel life. | Audible, Micro Click Tension AdjustmentRoyale Legend GT micro click spool tension knob lets you know exactly where your spool tension knob is adjusted. Micro increments allow you to fine tune your spool tension for consistent performance when changing baits. | Ceramic Line GuideOval shaped ceramic line guide protects your line during retrieves under heavy load and provides smooth casting performance and distance. |
Royale Legend GT - Specifications
| Frame | Graphite |
| Gear Ratio | 7.2:1 |
| Max Drag (LB) | 17.64 |
| Brake System | Magnetic Brake |
| Ball Bearings | 5+1 |
| Reel Weight (OZ) | 7.2 |
| Main Gear | Brass |
| IPT(inch per turn) | 29.8 |
| Mono Line Capacity (LB/YD) | 10/130, 12/110, 14/90 |
| Braid Line Capacity (LB/YD) | 40/130, 50/110, 65/90 |
| Model | Left/Right Handed | Flash Silver/Spindrift/Black Rhino/Fire Engine Red | Left/Right Handed | Glacier White/Sea Spray/Dark Star | Great White/Pelagic Blue/Blacktip/Predator Red | Winner White/Metallic Blue/Jet Black/Rage Red |
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| Frame | Graphite | Reinforced Nylon | Graphite | Graphite | Graphite | Enhanced Graphite |
| Gear Ratio | 5.4:1-7.2:1 | 7.2:1 | 6.6:1-8.1:1 | 6.5:1-7.2:1 | 5.4:1-6.5:1-7.2:1-9.1:1 | 5.3:1-6.6:1-7.3:1-8.1:1 |
| Max Drag (LB) | 17.64 | 17.64 | 17.64 | 17.64 | 17.64 | 17.64 |
| Brake System | Magnetic Brake | Magnetic Brake | Magnetic Brake | Magnetic Brake | Magnetic Brake | Magnetic Brake |
| Ball Bearings | 5+1 | 7+1 | 7+1 | 7+1 | 11+1 | 11+1 |
| Reel Weight (OZ) | 7.2 | 6.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.5-7.6 | 7.2 |
| IPT(in per turn) | 22.4-29.8 | 28 | 26.1-32.1 | 26.9-29.8 | 22.5-26.9-29.8-37.7 | 22.3-27.8-30.7-34.1 |
| Mono Line Capacity (LB/YD) | 10/130, 12/110, 14/90 | 10/140, 12/110, 15/90 | 12/120, 14/100 | 10/130, 12/110, 14/90 | 10/125, 12/110, 14/90 | 12/130 |
| Braid Line Capacity (LB/YD) | 40/130, 50/110, 65/90 | 20/270, 30/140, 40/115 | 50/120, 60/100 | 40/125, 50/110, 65/80 | 40/125, 50/110, 65/80 | 50/130 |
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product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Item model number : KK-RS1000H-p
- Date First Available : June 29, 2015
- Manufacturer : KastKing
- ASIN : B010MAVMWW
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Questions about KastKing Royale Legend GT Baitcasting Reels, New Low Profile Design Fishing Reel, Magnet Braking System, 17.6 Lbs Carbon Fiber Drag, 5+1 Shielded Stainless Steel Bearings
Q:
What kind of rod would be good with this reel?
Answer: I have two these reels spooled with 150 yds 30 lb. Power pro slick braided line, both are mounted on lite pro ugly sticks rated for 8-20 line and medium action. This combination is hard to beat at any price. I have 6 feet of 20 lb. Fluorocarbon as the tippet. Use uni-knots to secure tippet to braided line.
Answer: Shakespeare 6.5' gx2 ugly stick works terrific and is affordable. The rod and reel pair nicely together.
Answer: Hello Christian, any casting rod from 6 to 7.5 ft in a medium to medium heavy would be Ideal. KastKing has both all purpose and species specific rods that will match your reel perfectly.
Answer: i have 2 of these reels on Kastking rods they work terrific and nice balanced package. I have a frogging rod and a crankbait rod with they Kastking Legend reel here are the numbers worth every penny http://www.kastking.com/fishing-rods/
Answer: I recomend the entsport 2 piece with 3 top pieces 7'. I have used the two and they are perfect
Answer: Abu Garcia 6'6" Vendetta
Q:
how do you prevent squeaking of the gears? Should you oil it or something?
Answer: Hello Lorin, are you sure it is the gears that are squeaking? One drop of oil goes a long way if you can identify the exact location of the squeaking. Gears normally are lubricated with grease while bearings and other moving parts are lubricated with oil.
Q:
Can it handle a 20lb line?
Answer: You probably need to go with braid if your loading 20# test line. Since it holds 165 yards of 12# mono my guess is you could only load about half that with 20# mono. Spider wire has a killer braid called invisi-braid that is supposed to be almost invisible. This reel will accept braid line as well as mono.
Answer: I would think so, I use 12 and 20 is not that much thicker.
Q:
What would be a good rod to go on for this reel?
Answer: Depends what you're fishing with. Check out the kastking royal legend rod.
Answer: can this reel fit on a crixus 6 ft 6 rod
Answer: Get a uglystick gx2. Low cost and they'll last.
Q:
Is it easy to load the string?
Answer: Yes, the string is easy to load
Answer: Just typical of any baitcast reel. Loading string is straightforward.
Answer: I haven't ever had trouble spooling these up. If you have trouble with other bait casters, these won't be any different. Feed the line in, tie it around the spool, and start winding it on.
Answer: Yes. I if you have never done it check YouTube for a video on the correct way to install the line
Answer: It’s not too hard.
Q:
Is this good to go straight out of the box, or should I oil the gears up first?
Answer: It had oil on it straight out the box but added some..and it still would cast bad quite often
Answer: Hi there,
Answer: I didn't, others have,I really don't see the need, but there are people who would rather play with gear than fish.Tight lines.
Answer: Mine was good to go but it never hutrs to put a few drops in there
Answer: Just use it.
Answer: Libricate first
Q:
Could this reel be used for steelhead or king salmon?
Answer: you could! but you would be under gunned for the big boys. This is a great reel for crappie to big large mouth bass.
Answer: Dont buy this reel, it broke on me on the first fish I caught, buy an Abu Silver Max or for bit more money, a Lew's SLP Speed Spool, I own both, they are both superior...to a cheaply nade KastKing.
Answer: Most definitely...
Q:
What type of break is it?
Answer: It has a magnetic break. Works fine for me.
Answer: The Royale Legend GT reel has only magnetic brakes, no centrifugal brakes like the Royale Legend reel which was discontinued.
Answer: Dual. Magnetic and centrifugal.
Q:
does it come with a pouch case just like the pictures show
Answer: Hello Jason, There was a limited run of the reel covers. The picture of the cover was posted by a customer and not by us. There is no mention of the cover in the listing.
Answer: I received mine two days ago and it had a cover in the box
Q:
what are the dimensions of the bearings?
Answer: Main Gear Shaft SUS Shield 8 X 14 X 4 , SUS Shield 5 X 9 X 3
Q:
I have pics of these reels in red. But not on amazon. Where can I get one in that color?
Answer: The Red one is the KastKing Royale and had a lower gear ratio than the Royale Legend. It has been upgraded and will be availible soon.
Q:
Will this reel handle bubble bass?
Answer: don't know what a bubble bass is
Q:
What gear ratios are available and in stock?
Answer: I think 7.1.1 and a 6.4.1
Q:
Is there a way you could put reel grips on this reel
Answer: Some of the over wrap grips will work.
Q:
all the pictures show a blackish reel but the customer pictures show a red reel what color does this reel come in and can you tell what color you get?
Answer: Mine is red but the reel is a good one if you don't fish alot I go 3+ times a week and the gears stripped about 9 months after I got the reel but it was a good reel for the price
Answer: A maroon red finish. Buy it and have a good teacher on how to use it. I have two and will be buying two more from KastKing.
Answer: The Royale Legend is black with red highlights. Looks awesome. The Kastking Royale is all red maroon and is a little cheaper than the Legend model. It has a lower gear ratio and weighs a little more than the Legend.
Answer: Black and red
Q:
Will customer service ever answer emails or phone calls? Because I've been trying for a while
Answer: I called and left a message. A product specialist called me the next day and not only answered my question but offered other advise as I was new to baitcasters having always used spinning reels. So I have to rate their customer service A+. Sorry to hear you had a different experience.
Answer: i didnt try to ask anybody, just seach in the web before i ordered
Q:
What is the "pull&turn" lever for?
Answer: Its the Cover the is used to remove the spool and disassemble the reel for tuning, maintenance or setting up.
Answer: To open side plate and adjust braking system
Answer: To open the side cover
Q:
Can I combine kastkingroyale legend whitemax reel with an uglysticks rod
Answer: Yes
Q:
is the "left handed", left hand retrieve?
Answer: Yes the retrieve is left hand
Answer: Yes, the left handed version is left handed retrieve.
Q:
The reviewers claim they have received a cover for their reel with their package, but mine did not come with one. Is this supposed to be included?
Answer: Mine did not come with a cover but I also don't remember the add saying it would. Doesn't matter to me since I really like the reel.
Answer: you are lucky if you receive the cover, the one that I purchase comes without, but the information on the amazon, doesn't call for that cover, probably is a gift not mentioned!!!
Answer: Yes cover is included
Answer: I did not get one either, however, I did get the promotion for discounted line. I think that's the replacement.
Answer: I got one with mine, but did not get operating manual until I sent email. They promptly sent me manual.
Q:
I some how lost my control cap how can I get one without buying a new reel?
Answer: Sorry, I don't know.. I would suggest calling Kastking toll free. good Luck!
Answer: I would think Kastking would sell you that part.
Q:
How many inches of line per crank does it take in
Answer: I can't answer your question specifically because it will vary due to spool and handle size. But at 5.3 to 1 gear Ratio this reel is considered low speed and high power and will take in 20-24 inches per hannde turn. Most appropriate for deep diving crankbaits, big bladed spinnerbaits and swimbaits. Also if your fising for big fish like snook,redfish, catfish or carp this would be the gear Ratio for you.. hope this info helps.
Answer: The white Max takes 5.3 in / crank depending on how full the spool is. The Royal Legend takes 7 in / crank also depending on how full the school is. I have both real and so far and pleased with both of them.
Answer: 27 inches with a full spool
Answer: I bought my Grandson a left handed reel-- I didn't realize there was a left and right-- he uses right-- can I change the the handle?
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Does anyone's reel buzz a lot when casting? I just got this reel and was surprised by the amount of noise it makes when casting.
Answer: All bait casting reels with metal gears and parts can be a bit noisy. Turn the reel upside down and put a drop of oil on the worm gear and make shure the reel and its parts are clean and lubricated.
Answer: Yeah, that's normal. If it annoys you turn the magnetic brake, or the nob on the opposite side of the handle, to a higher setting. Make sure you pull in the switch under it while you turn it though.
Q:
Can u use it in saltwater
Answer: U can but make sure it's cleaned after
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I bought a right handed reel; i prefer a left hand reel since i am right handed. i have not used this reel, how to i exchange?
Answer: No I got what I needed because I'm a lefty
Q:
What are the use differeces between mono & braided line?......pros & cons of both, are there any?
Answer: Braid has no give where mono stretches. When using treble hooks ,mobo helps by not pulling out of the fishes mouth. Braid will with no stretch. Braid works in heavy weeds to pull fish out and will cut grass as well
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hows the reel holding up to the saltwater guys ?
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Is this the white max 2?
Answer: Yes it is.
Q:
When will the left hand Royale Legend be restocked?
Answer: Typically restocks on Amazon happen every 3-4 weeks.
Q:
Does this reel have an instant anti-reverse?
Answer: Yes & works great
Answer: YES
Answer: Yes
Q:
What is the difference between this reel and the Spartacus reel by KastKing? Im new to baitcasting and noticed they are the same price.
Answer: The Spartacus has a more compact body shape with an advanced centrifugal braking system. The gear ratio is different as well. The Royale Legend has a 7.0:1 while the Spartacus has a 6.3:1 gear ratio.
Answer: is there really that much difference between a 7:01 retrieve and a 6.3:1
Answer: The king has dual braking stystem,easy fine tune magnetic brake 7:01 fast line retrieve. Hope this helps.
Q:
Pedí el carrete para embobinado derecho y me llegó izquierdo... ya pedí el reemplazo pero quiero estar seguro que llegará derecho
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I bought this reel and the braking system seems to be shot. Has nyone else had similar issues?
Answer: I had same problem- drag on mine was horrible from the first day. Back to Revo for me. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
Answer: No, but you should contact KastKing. All KastKing products have a one year warranty.
Q:
Is there a flipping switch?
Answer: Not sure what you mean by switch. At the back of the real there is thumb release that you push down to release the spool and cast.
Q:
Is it push button ?
Answer: Yes it is a push button reel.
Answer: If by push button you mean like a closed face spinning reel, then no. The button Releases the spool and the spool must be held once depressed.
Answer: It has a spool release lever, and it's a low profile bait casting reel. Not like a push button spincast reel
Answer: Yes
Q:
Has anyone have a problem with the retrieve and kind hoping more or less not a smooth a retrieve very herky jerky ?
Answer: I have four of these. Two were gifts/ Two I purchased. They are the smoothest reals, I’ve ever used or owned. I’ve never experienced the jerky retrieve. All of mine are the smoothed. I do keep mine cleaned and oiled
Answer: No. I have no problem. It's very smooth.
Answer: I have two Royale reels, in changing the centrificale switches inside cover i noticed that. Put the switches back to the out ward position you will be fine. I really enjoy mine !!!!
Q:
Is something wrong because my reel keeps on backreeling causing me to backlash
Answer: If your using braided line you must first put a backing of monofilament about 4 to 5 rounds or the braid will slip causing the backlash. Also you must adjust the reel for your lure weight by using the small knob under the handle. It must free fall at a slow steady pace. And you must also stop the lure before it hits the water.
Answer: I had the same problem, but you just have too keep messing with adjustment settings on the reel. After about 20 minutes of different setting trials I got the reel right. Be patient its a good product, at a great value
Answer: I switched to braided line on both my kastking reels and after I did that I haven't had a problem.
Answer: I found that the magnetic brake isn't strong enough alone to slow the spool down so what I did was take off the cover and set the second set of brakes and I haven't had a single problem after that
Answer: One you have adjusted all three drag systems to the weight of the lure you are throwing, you still need to impart some pressure on your spool with your thumb at the end of the each cast.
Q:
Does the reel come with a cover?
Answer: Hello CJ, No, but the next batch should.
Answer: Mine did
Answer: Yes
Q:
Can this reel pull in small tuna?
Q:
Do I need to add electric tape or something it’s braided ready?
Answer: No tape is needed. Have used them for braided, fluorocarbon, and mono. Great eel for the money.
Q:
Hello .i have a visa gift card ($50.00).i am trying to buy this whitemax but I am getting charged for shipping when the description says fee shipping.
Q:
would this fit on an 6 fort 6 inches ugly stik elite?
Answer: Yes. Make sure you buy the casting model, not the spinning model.
Q:
does reel have bait click?
Answer: Hi John,
Answer: No it does not.
Q:
What is the max lbs of line
Q:
Would this reel fit an ugly stick gx2 rod?
Answer: Not familiar with that rod. But it is a normal size low profile bait cast reel. I use on 7 ft skeeter Reese rods.
Answer: The only thing about those reel are the base is plastic and with flex. The two I got I use plastic tie to hold them thigher. They cast far and reel in smooth. I wish the base was metal. Not sure if this help. I don't know about your rod base seem normal lenght
Answer: Yes, the reel seat a a standard 2.5 inches and would fit on most casting rods.
Answer: I have it mounted on a medium-heavy 6 1/2' GX2. Works great.
Q:
would the whitemax become corroded easily if used in saltwater?
Answer: No...they're saltwater resistance...
Answer: I think it can be okay if clean with fresh water when after using saltwater fishing. I'm using like that.
Answer: I don’t fish in salt water but I would assume that it would, kastking does have a saltwater reel in the Spartacus Maximus I believe
Answer: KastKing has a Q&A page on their website.
Q:
Would this be a good reel for catfish?
Answer: That's exactly what I use it for. It's a fantastic reel and performs like those that cost several times as much.
Answer: Hello Joshua, that depends on the size of the catfish you are targeting. If you are catching big cats I would take a look at the Spartacus Maximus.
Answer: I am mostly a bass fisherman but I don't see any reason it wouldn't be. The retrieve is fast and it handles a heavy load.
Q:
How many yards of 40 lb kastking braid will this reel hold?
Answer: The KastKing Royale Legend will hold around 110 Yards of 40# braid.
Answer: You should be fine with 15-20 feet, this reel won’t cast much further.
Q:
Does kastking make any saltwater approved baitcasters?
Answer: Hello Bryce, the KastKing Spartacus Maximus is salt water approved.
Answer: Hello Bryce, Yes the KastKing Spartacus maximus is built for salt water.
Q:
Do i need a bait casting rod for this or can i just trade this out on my spinning reel rod? Im trying to move away from the spinning reel
Answer: I would definitely purchase a Bait casting rod. Thing to remember the more your reel is inline with the rod eyes the better your casting and performance of the rod will be. I tried my Bait Caster on a spinning rod and the distance and accuracy went down considerably. Hope this helped.
Answer: Yes, you'll need a baitcasting rod. I would steer clear of this baitcaster though. I've had 3 of this particular model and all failed within a year of purchase. I suggest that you buy a Piscifun Torrent instead. My wife has used one for 3 years without the slightest bit of trouble.
Answer: You should get a bait casting rod for greater accuracy.
Answer: It's made for a baitcasting rod
Answer: Need baitcaster.
Answer: It should mount but the mounting location will be higher up and the guides will be a different size
Answer: You can use the pole that you have
Product reviews of KastKing Royale Legend GT Baitcasting Reels, New Low Profile Design Fishing Reel, Magnet Braking System, 17.6 Lbs Carbon Fiber Drag, 5+1 Shielded Stainless Steel Bearings
B.T.S. : Quality reel, affordable price
Solid build, smooth retrieve, reliable controls. You won't be sorry buying this reel. I had a couple cheap baitcast rigs when I was a teenager and was never impressed with them. A friend recommended I get a better reel and try again. This reel was suggested. It has made me a believer. The controls on this reel are fantastic. Spool resistance adjustment requires little tuning to get results, the drag and retrieve controls are metal, the handle is cushioned and grips well. I can get it setup with free fall drops and 9/10 times that's perfect for casting. Once you're dialed in, you can throw your bait a long ways.
spaceman : Not Made To Last
I bought a few of theses and really liked them at first. Initially the performed really well but by the end of the season they began to fail. The main problem that I was having was binding/misalignment of the spool shaft. This was happening due to sloppy tolerances in the side access plate. At first it was even once in awhile but then it started happening every time the reel was under a load - catching a fish. I also bought an Assassin carbon fiber bait caster too. That was junk from the get go and the replacement that they sent was junk too. Save your money and buy something better like a Garcia or a Lew's. You'll be a lot less frustrated if you do.
Justin H : Surprised I like baitcasters!
I've used spinning reels my whole life and this is my 2nd baitcaster. My first one which cost twice as much as this one was nothing but an aggravation. I decided to give them another shot and ordered this one. After a few trips I love this reel. It's easy to use and easy to adjust. I couldnt be happier! I've had a few birds nests at first but that's 100% on me learning how to use a baitcaster. I love how quickly and precisely I can control my casts. I'm right handed and I ordered a left handed reel just because that's what I'm used to with my spinner reels.
MICK686 : Works, but not better than Abu Garcia Black Max
Well After buying this I am not impressed with the reviews that all said how great it is... It is nice but I don't think it can compete with the Abu Garcia Black Max. For the money spend a little more and get the black max. For $60 you can get the Black Max combo, I also think the rod with the black max is a good rod and for a first time bait caster buyer you cannot go wrong with the Black Max. UPDATE!!! I used this again with lures that work fine with the Black Max. I decided to put a heavier lure on and no more bird nests! Currently I have 20# test braid on this just like my other lures, so I don't think it is a line issue. Using a heavier spinner bait had no issues. The Rapala 4 3/8 in. Model J11 Weight
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
Nick S : Fluid smooth operation
This reel is awesome. I've purchased a fer bait casters from the local big box stores, and of all of those purchased I'm enjoying this reel the most.
Cost per reel is reasonable. The look of the reel, nice smooth black with shiny red accents is nice.. the only thing I could ask is that they make this in black/green also.
The reels operation is extremely fluid, not just smooth but fluid.
Dialing in the proper resistance for different baits and lures is very simple and quick.
Casting on this reel is a breeze. Once you dial the reel in (just a few seconds) you are able to smoothly cast without backlash.
That is the exact reason i purchased this reel in the first place.. the big box store bait-casters have the same adjustment mechanisms but this reel is much smoother, can be purchased in left or right hand retrieve, can be more finely adjusted and is a much better value overall.
I like this reel so much that I plan to purchase another or two
Cost per reel is reasonable. The look of the reel, nice smooth black with shiny red accents is nice.. the only thing I could ask is that they make this in black/green also.
The reels operation is extremely fluid, not just smooth but fluid.
Dialing in the proper resistance for different baits and lures is very simple and quick.
Casting on this reel is a breeze. Once you dial the reel in (just a few seconds) you are able to smoothly cast without backlash.
That is the exact reason i purchased this reel in the first place.. the big box store bait-casters have the same adjustment mechanisms but this reel is much smoother, can be purchased in left or right hand retrieve, can be more finely adjusted and is a much better value overall.
I like this reel so much that I plan to purchase another or two
MICK686 : Works, but not better than Abu Garcia Black Max
Well After buying this I am not impressed with the reviews that all said how great it is... It is nice but I don't think it can compete with the Abu Garcia Black Max. For the money spend a little more and get the black max. For $60 you can get the Black Max combo, I also think the rod with the black max is a good rod and for a first time bait caster buyer you cannot go wrong with the Black Max. UPDATE!!! I used this again with lures that work fine with the Black Max. I decided to put a heavier lure on and no more bird nests! Currently I have 20# test braid on this just like my other lures, so I don't think it is a line issue. Using a heavier spinner bait had no issues. The Rapala 4 3/8 in. Model J11 Weight
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
mkhunt : Horrible - reels hangs when reeling in line.
Ordered reel and got a chance to put it on a new rod. First fishing trip, it developed a catch or hang when reeling in line.
It is like a bad place in the gear, but has gotten worse and worse where it is unusable now. Unfortunately it is past the 30-day Amazon return.
It is like a bad place in the gear, but has gotten worse and worse where it is unusable now. Unfortunately it is past the 30-day Amazon return.
dwcannon : Amazing Cast
First, let me say when I took this thing out of the box it was a little large compared to my Lews. It appears the newer model is a lower profile than the one I have. But for the price, I had to try it. Man, I'm glad I did, this reel is absolutely amazing. It took me a good week to get used to it for some reason, probably user error. The smooth casting of this reel is amazing. It cast as smooth as my $129 Lews. However, this thing cast another 20 yds further than my Lews, with ease. Doesn't matter which line I use, braid or fluorocarbon, it's a beast paired up with my Lews Carbon Fire MH rod. You won't be disappointed with this low cost reel! I just order me two more Kastking reels...
Emma : Don't be afraid to buy these
Hope I don't regret my words but these reels are of exceptional quality for the price. I fished for a week solid while on vacation. Caught numerous flounder and redfish up to 30 inches. The reels cast smooth, drags are smooth, bearing run smooth. Thought I was having an issue a couple of days in with internals but found some trash in the line guide. Removed that and it was ok. I purchased two and if they hold up for a few more trips, I will probably buy another one. The only thing that was odd...normally, baitcast reels tend to backlash when throwing light lures. After switching to heavier weight, I had to tighten the brakes a little to keep from having to feather it as I cast. No big deal after I figured out I needed to. Spooled with 15lb Trilene. Held plenty of line.
Hstik : Better off with a SpeedSpool
I've taken the reel out 3 times. I used it on 3 different rods with everything from 1/8th oz jigs to 1oz swimbaits.
On the 4th cast from the boat was a horrendous birds nest. Worst I've ever had. It wasn't until I got home I found out had cut the line in several spots. Maybe it got under the spool?
I took it out a few more times. Everytime a bird's nest. I couldn't figure out why. I have fished a lot of cheap reels over the years but this had my mind blown.
I realized that on some casts the spool bearing must be moving, as it doesn't have the clip most reels do. If not that it's in the gears. It makes a distinct noise that I now recognize.
On the 4th cast from the boat was a horrendous birds nest. Worst I've ever had. It wasn't until I got home I found out had cut the line in several spots. Maybe it got under the spool?
I took it out a few more times. Everytime a bird's nest. I couldn't figure out why. I have fished a lot of cheap reels over the years but this had my mind blown.
I realized that on some casts the spool bearing must be moving, as it doesn't have the clip most reels do. If not that it's in the gears. It makes a distinct noise that I now recognize.
MICK686 : Works, but not better than Abu Garcia Black Max
Well After buying this I am not impressed with the reviews that all said how great it is... It is nice but I don't think it can compete with the Abu Garcia Black Max. For the money spend a little more and get the black max. For $60 you can get the Black Max combo, I also think the rod with the black max is a good rod and for a first time bait caster buyer you cannot go wrong with the Black Max. UPDATE!!! I used this again with lures that work fine with the Black Max. I decided to put a heavier lure on and no more bird nests! Currently I have 20# test braid on this just like my other lures, so I don't think it is a line issue. Using a heavier spinner bait had no issues. The Rapala 4 3/8 in. Model J11 Weight
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
marcus torres : Great Baitcaster for People Learning Baitcasters
I learned to fish a bait caster with this reel. That being said, it's good for the price, and definitely turned me on to the KastKing brand. While I have some cons for the reel, they're probably the result of being so affordable. Don't let this turn you off from buying this reel if you're a beginner with bait casters because this reel is still very serviceable, especially if you're just flipping with it.
The main issues I have with the reel is the lack in consistency in casting, and the reel's durability. I've had the reel since March 16, 2018.
The tension knob comes loose after about 3 casts and the brakes are a little too powerful. I noticed this problem after about 4 months of ownership, and have just made a conscious effort to check my adjustments before every cast. After noticing the tension knob issue I switched the reel onto a flipping stick as soon as I upgraded reels.
Now I use this reel on my frog rod (KastKing Speed Demon Pro Frog Rod) because it's the perfect speed for how I frog fish. I have to turn the brakes all the way off and the tension knob almost completely loose in order to get good distance. I assume that's because the breaks are so strong.
Last issue is that the handles are foam that's held in place with a plastic cap. This is fine while brand new, but will eventually slip off. Mine happened to slip off during hook sets. Super glue does wonders in making sure that it doesn't happen to you.
For KastKing: I LOVE your products! They're very affordable allowing people to make specialized combos for a very affordable price. That being said, for this product I suggest you make the tension knobs on this reel adjust with clicks like you have on the KastKing Bassinator Elite reels. I also suggest you make the handles a one piece design so that they don't slip off during hook sets.
The main issues I have with the reel is the lack in consistency in casting, and the reel's durability. I've had the reel since March 16, 2018.
The tension knob comes loose after about 3 casts and the brakes are a little too powerful. I noticed this problem after about 4 months of ownership, and have just made a conscious effort to check my adjustments before every cast. After noticing the tension knob issue I switched the reel onto a flipping stick as soon as I upgraded reels.
Now I use this reel on my frog rod (KastKing Speed Demon Pro Frog Rod) because it's the perfect speed for how I frog fish. I have to turn the brakes all the way off and the tension knob almost completely loose in order to get good distance. I assume that's because the breaks are so strong.
Last issue is that the handles are foam that's held in place with a plastic cap. This is fine while brand new, but will eventually slip off. Mine happened to slip off during hook sets. Super glue does wonders in making sure that it doesn't happen to you.
For KastKing: I LOVE your products! They're very affordable allowing people to make specialized combos for a very affordable price. That being said, for this product I suggest you make the tension knobs on this reel adjust with clicks like you have on the KastKing Bassinator Elite reels. I also suggest you make the handles a one piece design so that they don't slip off during hook sets.
Rakita : Great reel !
I bought this for my 21 yr old son for his birthday. He's still a beginner with a baitcaster but he's doing great with this reel. Most reels in this price range have horrible brake systems. This one breaks that rule. It cast smooth and long. It's quiet and light. It's small enough to easily fit in your palm. I was reading online that this reel and it's black colored counterpart are rated as the 3rd best reel under $100. I agree with that. Personally, I've been using Shimano Curado reels for over 20 yrs. This compares favorably to them. I'd have no qualms at all about using this reel exclusively. Highly recommended !
Rakita : Great reel !
I bought this for my 21 yr old son for his birthday. He's still a beginner with a baitcaster but he's doing great with this reel. Most reels in this price range have horrible brake systems. This one breaks that rule. It cast smooth and long. It's quiet and light. It's small enough to easily fit in your palm. I was reading online that this reel and it's black colored counterpart are rated as the 3rd best reel under $100. I agree with that. Personally, I've been using Shimano Curado reels for over 20 yrs. This compares favorably to them. I'd have no qualms at all about using this reel exclusively. Highly recommended !
Ride.hard : Pleasantly surprised with the quality and feel.
This company is so legit I have to leave a review. I was looking for a new baitcaster to throw on an old rod that I had but didnt want to pay $99-149 for the basic ones at cabelas. I didn't want a super cheap one either, so I was skeptical to try this one out thinking it was made with cheap parts. Sure there is some plastic on it, but the main components seem super high quality! This feels like the $100+ reels in the store without the price tag! My father-in-law came up from Florida to do some kayak fishing with me and fell in love with this reel. He just told me that he bought one too and caught a bass the same day out in his pond with it. So I figured id right a little review, if its good enough for him, and for me, I'm sure anyone who tries it will love it. Super high value and high quality. I am going to save up and pick up some of their other reels but for now, this thing slams fish.
Skyler76 : Can't be beat for the money.
I have a lot of reels - expensive, cheap, good, bad, conventional, spinning and baitcasters. I almost exclusively use bait-casters for inland fishing. I bought this reel because I wanted to try it out and see if it was a good fit for a 6'6 rod I have. I wanted something with a good retrieve rate that could be kind of a utility setup. Something that could do everything and was inexpensive so I didn't have to worry about it as it lives in the back of my truck for opportunistic fishing.
My setup -
The reel requires to be setup right. If you take it out the box and expect it just cast perfectly, you don't know baitcasters. Do your research.
I have two of the internal brakes on and two off. I use the dial on the outside to adjust and govern the braking when I change lures. I find with the lures I use I have zero need to change the internal brakes now. If I am casting into the wind I use my thumb a bit but this is no different to any other bait caster out there.
I spooled the reel with 12lb braid with a 6ft fluro leader. I don't fish heavy cover and with that light of line I can cast this thing for miles, even when using a short 6'6 rod - I can cast as far as one of my tatulas that's on a 7' rod with a similar weight lure. It casts smooth and I haven't experienced any odd issues with it. I have caught quite a few large mouth with this setup now and it functions flawlessly. Has the reel birdnested? Yes! Have my tatulas (weapon of choice)? Yes! Have my curados? Yes! They all do. Does it birds nest more than others? No.
All in all it's a great reel for the money. The other thing that i will mention is that if you ever have any problems with the reel Eposedion will 100% take care of you. Their customer service is second to none.
My setup -
The reel requires to be setup right. If you take it out the box and expect it just cast perfectly, you don't know baitcasters. Do your research.
I have two of the internal brakes on and two off. I use the dial on the outside to adjust and govern the braking when I change lures. I find with the lures I use I have zero need to change the internal brakes now. If I am casting into the wind I use my thumb a bit but this is no different to any other bait caster out there.
I spooled the reel with 12lb braid with a 6ft fluro leader. I don't fish heavy cover and with that light of line I can cast this thing for miles, even when using a short 6'6 rod - I can cast as far as one of my tatulas that's on a 7' rod with a similar weight lure. It casts smooth and I haven't experienced any odd issues with it. I have caught quite a few large mouth with this setup now and it functions flawlessly. Has the reel birdnested? Yes! Have my tatulas (weapon of choice)? Yes! Have my curados? Yes! They all do. Does it birds nest more than others? No.
All in all it's a great reel for the money. The other thing that i will mention is that if you ever have any problems with the reel Eposedion will 100% take care of you. Their customer service is second to none.
Melissa : Great reel for the price!
I have always been satisfied with my purchases of Kastking products, and this is no different! Love the handle knobs. It reminds me of the high end Shimano and Daiwa handles. The reel is pretty smooth, not rough. It is not equal to high end reels, so don’t expect that. I took this reel out in my back yard to do some test cast, and once I got the breaks and spool tension dialed in, I easily casted to the other side of the pool with just some easy casts. Pairs nicely with my Perigee II. Not the best reel for palming, a little bit big. Breaking system is pretty good. No spool porting, despite the fact that many other reels, even in this price range, have that. But oh well, still a good reel for the price. I don’t know about long term performance, but I do know that my other Kastking reel, the Sharky III, has been holding up pretty well. I would recommend this reel to beginners, or just people that don’t fish often or want a cheaper reel.
Tony : Easy casting and smooth as silk!
I tried this once... hit the wrong button and everything disappeared... old folks and technology, go figure. I didn't know whether I wanted to try a bait casting reel or not. I remember my experience as a kid... Not Good! Back lashes, birds nests whatever you want to call them, I had 'em! I don't know if I just lucked out... the technology has improved that much or what. This reel casts like a dream. Oh, it'll still back lash if you're not careful, but a little research... a few videos... YouTube " Using a bait casting reel" (sorry Amazon, but they did help a lot and led to a good review of this great reel!)
This thing is as smooth as silk! I bought 30lb. braided line here at Amazon (suggestion from a video, no line memory like mono-filament. Very smooth casting.) I very much recommend this reel... and for the price... perfect!
This thing is as smooth as silk! I bought 30lb. braided line here at Amazon (suggestion from a video, no line memory like mono-filament. Very smooth casting.) I very much recommend this reel... and for the price... perfect!
Emma : Don't be afraid to buy these
Hope I don't regret my words but these reels are of exceptional quality for the price. I fished for a week solid while on vacation. Caught numerous flounder and redfish up to 30 inches. The reels cast smooth, drags are smooth, bearing run smooth. Thought I was having an issue a couple of days in with internals but found some trash in the line guide. Removed that and it was ok. I purchased two and if they hold up for a few more trips, I will probably buy another one. The only thing that was odd...normally, baitcast reels tend to backlash when throwing light lures. After switching to heavier weight, I had to tighten the brakes a little to keep from having to feather it as I cast. No big deal after I figured out I needed to. Spooled with 15lb Trilene. Held plenty of line.
William E. Farnum Sr. : Impressive.
Let me start by saying I am a retired Fireman. I don’t mind paying a premium price for my equipment, but it needs to work first time, every time.
The Kastking Royals Legend GT reels came yesterday and I spooled it with KastKing 20# braided line. First thing this morning I tied on a Whopper Plopper and went to my backyard pond.
I know every inch of the pond and know how to put a Plopper in every hiding hole where an early morning Bass might be waiting.
My first two casts went completely over the pond into the grass. I cannot believe how easily this reel, on a KastKing Brutus rod, casts. It launched that Plopper at least 10-15 yards further with no effort on my part. It took ten minutes to learn how to slow down and let the reel do the work.
I bought two to replace some Lew’s reels that need maintenance, but I will put the Lew’s in a display case and use these instead.
It is embarrassing how much I paid for some of my reels when these outperform the high dollar reels, hands down.
The Kastking Royals Legend GT reels came yesterday and I spooled it with KastKing 20# braided line. First thing this morning I tied on a Whopper Plopper and went to my backyard pond.
I know every inch of the pond and know how to put a Plopper in every hiding hole where an early morning Bass might be waiting.
My first two casts went completely over the pond into the grass. I cannot believe how easily this reel, on a KastKing Brutus rod, casts. It launched that Plopper at least 10-15 yards further with no effort on my part. It took ten minutes to learn how to slow down and let the reel do the work.
I bought two to replace some Lew’s reels that need maintenance, but I will put the Lew’s in a display case and use these instead.
It is embarrassing how much I paid for some of my reels when these outperform the high dollar reels, hands down.
hotty toddy rebel : Worth every PENNY!!!
Wonderful!!! I gave this to my husband for fathers day 2018, and he has not stopped talking about it. Went out yesterday and racked up 32 brims with it. The manual/brochure was spot on. It made everything about the reel seem like he had an expensive, too of the line reel. He keeps talking about how smooth it is to cast and how far it gets. Wherever the perfect spot is, this reel is the one for that spot.. Let me also add, that this is one of the most beautiful reels I have ever seen, great price and certainly worth every penny. I will be getting him only Kast King products from now on...
Damion A. Dews : ... in February and right out the packaging it looked nice.. I spooled it 17lb line and the ...
I bought this reel in February and right out the packaging it looked nice..I spooled it 17lb line and the first cast it sounded dry and cheap. I thought may it needs lubricant but that didn’t work. So bout a month later I picked it up again and tried it out. It worked perfect. I took it to the lake a couple of time and caught a couple of fish on it. So I thought I just had to work it in. Not the case this past weekend I couldn’t even fish with it. It only cast about 10 yards while making a dry sound. I wouldn’t buy this product again because I can’t get in touch with the company
hotty toddy rebel : Worth every PENNY!!!
Wonderful!!! I gave this to my husband for fathers day 2018, and he has not stopped talking about it. Went out yesterday and racked up 32 brims with it. The manual/brochure was spot on. It made everything about the reel seem like he had an expensive, too of the line reel. He keeps talking about how smooth it is to cast and how far it gets. Wherever the perfect spot is, this reel is the one for that spot.. Let me also add, that this is one of the most beautiful reels I have ever seen, great price and certainly worth every penny. I will be getting him only Kast King products from now on...
James Plake : Good value, budget reel.
I purchased the original version of this reel specifically to check out the "centrifugal" brake. Unfortunately the dual brake does not include a true centrifugal brake. The brake inside with the switches is really just a friction brake there is no centrifugal force in action here.
However, this reel definitely punches above it's price point. With any "budget" item I plan on them being at the price point because they skip on quality control so I always take them apart and inspect them before I put them to use. I did the same with this reel.
The four tabs on the "centrifugal" brake are the friction point for the standard friction brake if you do not have any of them extended then the shaft presses only against the adjuster for the friction brake.
Possible quality control issue, the bearing under the friction brake knob doesn't actually touch the shaft of the spool on my reel. This shouldn't be much of an issue as it isn't in a place there should be a load even with a fish on, but if the shaft is going to float in the air why have a bearing at all. I put a drop of oil on each bearing for good measure, worked it into them and put it all back together.
At the lake the reel proved to be well worth the money. Spooled with 14lb fireline I was able to cast an unweighted worm much further than I expected with minimal birds nests while I got the reel tuned in. I ended up with two of the tabs on the "centrifugal" brake turned on, the mag brake set to 6, and the friction brake set so the worm dropped at a medium speed when I released it.
It's not perfect by any means. But overall the Kastking Royal Legend is definitely a good value reel.
This was based on 2 fishing trips, if longevity or durability becomes an issue I'll be back to update my review.
However, this reel definitely punches above it's price point. With any "budget" item I plan on them being at the price point because they skip on quality control so I always take them apart and inspect them before I put them to use. I did the same with this reel.
The four tabs on the "centrifugal" brake are the friction point for the standard friction brake if you do not have any of them extended then the shaft presses only against the adjuster for the friction brake.
Possible quality control issue, the bearing under the friction brake knob doesn't actually touch the shaft of the spool on my reel. This shouldn't be much of an issue as it isn't in a place there should be a load even with a fish on, but if the shaft is going to float in the air why have a bearing at all. I put a drop of oil on each bearing for good measure, worked it into them and put it all back together.
At the lake the reel proved to be well worth the money. Spooled with 14lb fireline I was able to cast an unweighted worm much further than I expected with minimal birds nests while I got the reel tuned in. I ended up with two of the tabs on the "centrifugal" brake turned on, the mag brake set to 6, and the friction brake set so the worm dropped at a medium speed when I released it.
It's not perfect by any means. But overall the Kastking Royal Legend is definitely a good value reel.
This was based on 2 fishing trips, if longevity or durability becomes an issue I'll be back to update my review.
Kevin-scott "Catterman" van Vlijmen : Did not last long
OLD: The whitemax is an awesome low-profile baitcaster with a sleek design. Drags nice and smooth and it has more line capacity than the other KastKing baitcasters. Got mine spooled up with 30lb superkast9 braid. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a lower gear ratio baitcaster
NEW: This reel lasted for approximately 5 trips of casting out 2oz lured and pieces of bait. The drag became stuttery/locked-up consistently and the gears started making crunching noises.
NEW: This reel lasted for approximately 5 trips of casting out 2oz lured and pieces of bait. The drag became stuttery/locked-up consistently and the gears started making crunching noises.
Amazon Customer : Stick with your gut instinct, it's right.
After reading some reviews, I figured I would give it a shot, as I planned on giving it to my son. Even if it was half as good as some have claimed, I would get my money's worth.
I was greatly disappointed. Product felt cheap as I unboxed, but I disregarded that in hopes of performance. I spooled the reel up in anticipation of my next days fishing. I set my spool tension, my magnetic break, and even the centrifugal breaks. Very first cast was a backlash that took 10 minutes to pick out. It never got any better. In order to prevent a backlash, I had to set the spool tension so tight, you couldn't hardly reel it in. Needless to say it sat in the boat with only minutes worth of use, and was immediately returned.
I was greatly disappointed. Product felt cheap as I unboxed, but I disregarded that in hopes of performance. I spooled the reel up in anticipation of my next days fishing. I set my spool tension, my magnetic break, and even the centrifugal breaks. Very first cast was a backlash that took 10 minutes to pick out. It never got any better. In order to prevent a backlash, I had to set the spool tension so tight, you couldn't hardly reel it in. Needless to say it sat in the boat with only minutes worth of use, and was immediately returned.
Kate S. : Great Entry Level Baitcaster
I was new to using a Baitcaster and this was my first Baitcaster purchase 6 months ago. I have used it off and on for 3 months and would get frustrated with bird nesting it but kept at it. We just came back from the OBX where I spent 1 week kayak fishing for Speckled trout and puppy drum. On day one I picked up this reel and didn't put it down the entire week. I have certainly fallen in love with using a baitcaster. I reeled in at least 50 trout while I was down there and even a 3ft Houndfish. Overall great trip and I made hundreds of casts with this baitcaster.
That said, it started making a funny noise on about day 4. Everything still works but I think it is nearing its end. I purchased a Abu Garcia Inshore Revo the other day and there is certainly a noticeable difference in quality and performance. I have not put it through the ringer yet though to see how it stands up to time.
If this is your first baitcaster - go for it. Its a nice entry level reel.
That said, it started making a funny noise on about day 4. Everything still works but I think it is nearing its end. I purchased a Abu Garcia Inshore Revo the other day and there is certainly a noticeable difference in quality and performance. I have not put it through the ringer yet though to see how it stands up to time.
If this is your first baitcaster - go for it. Its a nice entry level reel.
Nathen Barto : Made it through 3/4's of the day then started making a weird noise like a bearing was going out
Finally got to use the reel this weekend. Made it through 3/4's of the day then started making a weird noise like a bearing was going out. Started out great and I though it was a great reel. Was very smooth and cast great. But now it only casts like 10 yds with 1/2oz spinnerbait and sounds like it's full of rocks. I'll try to take it apart soon and see what the issue is. Hopefully it's just a bearing and I can salvage it with an IBEC ceramic. Drag works great, and reels in very smooth.
The Professor : Great reel for the price - comparable to my more expensive reels
I have used this KastKing Royale Legend/Whitemax on one occasion so far. I loaded it with 50lb braid. It is a smooth reel - especially for the price. I am relatively new to baitcasting. I was amazed that I have yet to have a backlash of any kind with this reel (not true of my Daiwa or Lews baitcasters although they are fine reels too). So far, I am pretty impressed with this reel.
UPDATE: I have now used this reel on saltwater too. I almost NEVER backlash this reel - even on sloppy casts where I would expect it. This reel continues to amaze me. It is my favorite light baitcaster even over more expensive name brands that cost much more. I am ordering another because it works great! I am going to put the money I save in a higher end rod instead.
UPDATE: I have now used this reel on saltwater too. I almost NEVER backlash this reel - even on sloppy casts where I would expect it. This reel continues to amaze me. It is my favorite light baitcaster even over more expensive name brands that cost much more. I am ordering another because it works great! I am going to put the money I save in a higher end rod instead.
Jon N. : Do not buy unless you want to deal with horrible customer service
Updated review:
This reel has an issue out of the box, which I thought was from having a little to much line on it, turns out the reel was defective out of the box. I paired this reel with a KastKing Perigee II rod. When I would tighten the reel seat down to where it should be the real would stop retrieving steadily and would act like something was getting hung up. If I loosened the reel seat it would go away. After contacting KastKing’s warranty/customer service it took just under 3 months to get the issue resolved. The customer service rep would only respond to my emails in the middle of the night, would constantly contradict what he said in a previous email, and said there was a miscommunication about upgrading the reel.
Be careful when ordering this reel. It looks like a good deal but turns out to be a nightmare if you have any issues. I would suggest saving a little money and buying a better reel from a company that treats their customers as they should.
First review after only owning it a week:
Great baitcaster reel. Perfect first casting reel. Easy to set up and use. Caught my personal best largemouth bass on this reel first time out. Definitely high quality at a low price.
This reel has an issue out of the box, which I thought was from having a little to much line on it, turns out the reel was defective out of the box. I paired this reel with a KastKing Perigee II rod. When I would tighten the reel seat down to where it should be the real would stop retrieving steadily and would act like something was getting hung up. If I loosened the reel seat it would go away. After contacting KastKing’s warranty/customer service it took just under 3 months to get the issue resolved. The customer service rep would only respond to my emails in the middle of the night, would constantly contradict what he said in a previous email, and said there was a miscommunication about upgrading the reel.
Be careful when ordering this reel. It looks like a good deal but turns out to be a nightmare if you have any issues. I would suggest saving a little money and buying a better reel from a company that treats their customers as they should.
First review after only owning it a week:
Great baitcaster reel. Perfect first casting reel. Easy to set up and use. Caught my personal best largemouth bass on this reel first time out. Definitely high quality at a low price.
brandon smith : Fire Reel!
I bought this reel to compare to my brother Abu Garcia low profile bait casting reel and this might i say performs a lot better. It takes some time to get use to and adjust but once you got a feel for it - the casts just flow!
I have found that i am able to cast a lot farther with lighter lures using this reel, I do though, of course, have a birds nest a two. For the most part these are easy to fix if you are familiar with bait casting reels - I did have a case where the line knotted up on me within the reel, not sure how that happened but hey it only took a bit out of my fishing time. Great reel though!
I have found that i am able to cast a lot farther with lighter lures using this reel, I do though, of course, have a birds nest a two. For the most part these are easy to fix if you are familiar with bait casting reels - I did have a case where the line knotted up on me within the reel, not sure how that happened but hey it only took a bit out of my fishing time. Great reel though!
Charles J Houck : Feels like it should cost at least twice as much.
Very impressed with the value and quality of this reel. The combination of magnetic brake and centrifugal brake make learning to cast super easy. I have always been a spinning rod fisherman since I was a kid, I tried before to learn to use a bait caster with little success. This reel has been a joy to use and easy to learn with both brakes. Slowly I have been backing off the brakes and casting further and further. The retrieve is super smooth and I have had no issues with the drag performance. I can’t wait for the weather to break so I can really spend some more time with this reel.
Update:
Been rocking both the white Lomax and the Black High Speed version all spring with awesome success. Landed this 5lb bass the other morning and the reel performed flawlessly. I am casting a mile with these reels and the two anti-backlash features are working perfectly together. I still can't say enough about these reels and rods. For the money it is a great entry level reel into baitcasting, and I feel confident that these reels will perform well above there cost.
Update:
Been rocking both the white Lomax and the Black High Speed version all spring with awesome success. Landed this 5lb bass the other morning and the reel performed flawlessly. I am casting a mile with these reels and the two anti-backlash features are working perfectly together. I still can't say enough about these reels and rods. For the money it is a great entry level reel into baitcasting, and I feel confident that these reels will perform well above there cost.
RL : Amazing quality Baitcaster that is beginner friendly!
I'm brand new to fishing, and I am a victim of marketing. I see all the pro bass anglers swearing by, and exclusively using baitcasters, so I have to also. Even though on youtube it looked so intimidating, with all the dials and knobs and gizmos that I'd have to learn how to use. When this came in, I was shocked at the high quality, I could tell just from holding it, that this was the real freaking deal! Looks amazing, and after a short youtube briefing on how to get it set up properly to minimize birds nests, I really started getting the hang of it, and fell in love with this reel. It is crazy how far you can cast out with this reel. And it feels so "heavy duty" quality wise, I'm confident there is absolutely nothing in a lake that I couldn't beast with this reel. KastKing makes amazing products!
PW : Looked great, never got off a decent cast
Looked like a great buy, got it setup on my rod and finally got a nice day to go fishing but never got off a cast. Had everything dialed in but every cast the rod would get helacious bird nests, a few times if the lure made it 10 feet out I would try to reel in and the line would be feeding backwards as I reeled. My first thought was I did something wrong but I've used this type of reel for years and even got the factory papers back out to make sure everything was right.
Kevin-scott "Catterman" van Vlijmen : Did not last long
OLD: The whitemax is an awesome low-profile baitcaster with a sleek design. Drags nice and smooth and it has more line capacity than the other KastKing baitcasters. Got mine spooled up with 30lb superkast9 braid. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a lower gear ratio baitcaster
NEW: This reel lasted for approximately 5 trips of casting out 2oz lured and pieces of bait. The drag became stuttery/locked-up consistently and the gears started making crunching noises.
NEW: This reel lasted for approximately 5 trips of casting out 2oz lured and pieces of bait. The drag became stuttery/locked-up consistently and the gears started making crunching noises.
Melissa : Great reel for the price!
I have always been satisfied with my purchases of Kastking products, and this is no different! Love the handle knobs. It reminds me of the high end Shimano and Daiwa handles. The reel is pretty smooth, not rough. It is not equal to high end reels, so don’t expect that. I took this reel out in my back yard to do some test cast, and once I got the breaks and spool tension dialed in, I easily casted to the other side of the pool with just some easy casts. Pairs nicely with my Perigee II. Not the best reel for palming, a little bit big. Breaking system is pretty good. No spool porting, despite the fact that many other reels, even in this price range, have that. But oh well, still a good reel for the price. I don’t know about long term performance, but I do know that my other Kastking reel, the Sharky III, has been holding up pretty well. I would recommend this reel to beginners, or just people that don’t fish often or want a cheaper reel.
Steve B. : It's ok
I have a lot of baitcasters from higher price-point to lower. Comparing the KastKing to other lower price-point reels to be fair, I will say that it is just OK. It casts fine, the drag is fairly smooth, but the reason for my 3/5 review is that the bail is inconsistent after the cast. Sometimes it engages smoothly, other times it binds and only engages with a very strong crank of the handle. On occasion I couldn't get it to engage nor depress the cast lever to try to reset it. I had to manipulate the spool while turning the handle. This is a pretty big flaw and makes me recommend the Piscifun baitcasters at the same price-point. The KastKing is attractive and looks to be well machined from the outside. The retrieve is fairly smooth when it works right. Maybe I got a bum reel?
Zach Moore : Will buy again.
Well for 39.99 i figured I would try Kast King one more time after I have already bought the Speed Demon and to be honest not really impressed with it. But I purchased the Royale to put on a 7' medium rod to cast lighter weight lures. After fishing with it for 2 full days of fishing I was much more impressed with this reel than the Speed Demon.
Look: First impression was the reel looks like any other expensive reel on the market and even my dad was impressed with the look.
Cast ability: It took me awhile to calibrate it the perfect setting, but with dual braking it didn't take me long before I was casting a light jerk bait further than I have cast it before without backlash.
Durability: I can't speak too much on this due to only using it on 2 trips, but I caught multiple small mouth and largemouth bass and had 0 problems with drag slipping. Hopefully this reel last a long time.
Negative: Only negative I can think of as of right now is the reel appeared to have 0 oil on anything. So I oiled the spoil and bearings before use which I would recommend for everyone to check.
Positives: Cheap, cost effective reel that I would recommend for anyone looking to get into bass fishing and not looking to spend a whole lot of money. Or, anyone looking to buy some cheap setups for friends so they don't ruin your expensive setups.
Look: First impression was the reel looks like any other expensive reel on the market and even my dad was impressed with the look.
Cast ability: It took me awhile to calibrate it the perfect setting, but with dual braking it didn't take me long before I was casting a light jerk bait further than I have cast it before without backlash.
Durability: I can't speak too much on this due to only using it on 2 trips, but I caught multiple small mouth and largemouth bass and had 0 problems with drag slipping. Hopefully this reel last a long time.
Negative: Only negative I can think of as of right now is the reel appeared to have 0 oil on anything. So I oiled the spoil and bearings before use which I would recommend for everyone to check.
Positives: Cheap, cost effective reel that I would recommend for anyone looking to get into bass fishing and not looking to spend a whole lot of money. Or, anyone looking to buy some cheap setups for friends so they don't ruin your expensive setups.
Alakai : SILKY smooth! Typical Kast King quality
axmsw : so far, excellent reel
ordered/rec'd two of these reels. sturdy packaging, thorough instructions, and stylist product. matched the reels to 7' bait-casting rod by KastKing - nice pairing. smooth action on release, solid feel and response on strikes.
my hope is i get 3 to 5 years out of these reels.
also, the reels came with survey monkey cards indicating promotional braided line however KK requires an order number other than amazon's thus preventing one from completing the survey and obtaining (in my case 2) the braided line spool(s).
my hope is i get 3 to 5 years out of these reels.
also, the reels came with survey monkey cards indicating promotional braided line however KK requires an order number other than amazon's thus preventing one from completing the survey and obtaining (in my case 2) the braided line spool(s).
subculture fan : Average lifespan.. 6 mos.
Fun reels at first they cast a mile and seem great. If I had written this review at 1 month in I would have given 5 stars. But durability is the real test so I waited. I've had two now and one completely quit at about 6 mos and the other is starting to make some really ugly noises at about the same time frame. It will die soon. And it's just not worth getting it repaired (if anyone in the U.S. can.) So if you think you might use it a lot or want to buy a reel that will actually last then spend a few $ more and get a lews or shimano now instead of having to just having to buy a better reel later. The reel itself is probably worth more than one star but it's the terrible investment that I'm voting on. Please vote this as helpful I really would have loved to have known this.
MICK686 : Works, but not better than Abu Garcia Black Max
Well After buying this I am not impressed with the reviews that all said how great it is... It is nice but I don't think it can compete with the Abu Garcia Black Max. For the money spend a little more and get the black max. For $60 you can get the Black Max combo, I also think the rod with the black max is a good rod and for a first time bait caster buyer you cannot go wrong with the Black Max. UPDATE!!! I used this again with lures that work fine with the Black Max. I decided to put a heavier lure on and no more bird nests! Currently I have 20# test braid on this just like my other lures, so I don't think it is a line issue. Using a heavier spinner bait had no issues. The Rapala 4 3/8 in. Model J11 Weight
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
5/16 oz. will birds nest and not cast far. I even tried several times adjusting break and spool tension... putting a 1/2 oz spinner bait it casts far and no problems???
Randy : Main gears are not top quality brass in my opinion.
Not really a bad reel for the price. I received this reel on June 23, 2020. I have fished every weekend since with this reel. I have cleaned oiled and greased this reel twice now. This last time I find lots of metal shavings inside of it. I don’t think this reel will last much longer. Gears are worn and small part of the teeth are missing. A few more big fish and it will probably be done. If you don’t fish it this hard I think it’s a ok reel for the money. I have reels that have been Ed fished for years that are in way better shape. If your a serious fisherman spend a extra 40 or 50 bucks and get something that will last a little longer.
Ride.hard : Pleasantly surprised with the quality and feel.
This company is so legit I have to leave a review. I was looking for a new baitcaster to throw on an old rod that I had but didnt want to pay $99-149 for the basic ones at cabelas. I didn't want a super cheap one either, so I was skeptical to try this one out thinking it was made with cheap parts. Sure there is some plastic on it, but the main components seem super high quality! This feels like the $100+ reels in the store without the price tag! My father-in-law came up from Florida to do some kayak fishing with me and fell in love with this reel. He just told me that he bought one too and caught a bass the same day out in his pond with it. So I figured id right a little review, if its good enough for him, and for me, I'm sure anyone who tries it will love it. Super high value and high quality. I am going to save up and pick up some of their other reels but for now, this thing slams fish.
Damion A. Dews : ... in February and right out the packaging it looked nice.. I spooled it 17lb line and the ...
I bought this reel in February and right out the packaging it looked nice..I spooled it 17lb line and the first cast it sounded dry and cheap. I thought may it needs lubricant but that didn’t work. So bout a month later I picked it up again and tried it out. It worked perfect. I took it to the lake a couple of time and caught a couple of fish on it. So I thought I just had to work it in. Not the case this past weekend I couldn’t even fish with it. It only cast about 10 yards while making a dry sound. I wouldn’t buy this product again because I can’t get in touch with the company
subculture fan : Average lifespan.. 6 mos.
Fun reels at first they cast a mile and seem great. If I had written this review at 1 month in I would have given 5 stars. But durability is the real test so I waited. I've had two now and one completely quit at about 6 mos and the other is starting to make some really ugly noises at about the same time frame. It will die soon. And it's just not worth getting it repaired (if anyone in the U.S. can.) So if you think you might use it a lot or want to buy a reel that will actually last then spend a few $ more and get a lews or shimano now instead of having to just having to buy a better reel later. The reel itself is probably worth more than one star but it's the terrible investment that I'm voting on. Please vote this as helpful I really would have loved to have known this.
Damion A. Dews : ... in February and right out the packaging it looked nice.. I spooled it 17lb line and the ...
I bought this reel in February and right out the packaging it looked nice..I spooled it 17lb line and the first cast it sounded dry and cheap. I thought may it needs lubricant but that didn’t work. So bout a month later I picked it up again and tried it out. It worked perfect. I took it to the lake a couple of time and caught a couple of fish on it. So I thought I just had to work it in. Not the case this past weekend I couldn’t even fish with it. It only cast about 10 yards while making a dry sound. I wouldn’t buy this product again because I can’t get in touch with the company
Sarah : Good reel for the money
Just received and took it out for a couple hours fishing. Nice reel for the money. Smooth cast and retrieve. Watched a KastKing youtube video on baitcast reel setup and no birds nests for the first time using a bait cast reel. So far very pleased with the purchase and would buy from again.
Doug : Fantastic! (For four days) sad!
This reel is fantastic! Still can't believe its $40. The quality seems good and it has all the right options you need. I stringed it with 12lb Flourokote line...made a few quick adjustments...and headed out for a few casts. This thing is phenomenal! I never got one birdnest in over 50 casts...even throwing into the wind. The 7:1 retrieve is almost to fast...as I had to slow my cranks, reeling in a crankbait. My optimal settings: Set two switches inside the reel to on, (make sure the are opposite from each other) set you magnetic braking to 5. Adjust the reel tension knob...according to the weight of your lure. (It should just barely fall when you push your release button to cast. It is almost effortless to cast, nearly 40' yard casts with ease, with hardly any thumbing...I think it would be especially good for a beginer baitcaster.
Well that was day 1, day four it broke, on the first bass I caught, the aluminum post that holds the finger grip broke, and the reel started making a washing sound, a reel should last longer then 4 days...:(
Well that was day 1, day four it broke, on the first bass I caught, the aluminum post that holds the finger grip broke, and the reel started making a washing sound, a reel should last longer then 4 days...:(
Charles Williams : Best baitcasting reel i have ever owned, period.
I purchased the KastKing Royale Legend reel to use in the gulf to throw lures such as mirror lures. On my third or later trips i used this reel to bring in a 24in. sea trout. The reel worked great in getting the fish to the boat. This reel is also very easy to use with limited back lashes once you adjust it correctly for what you are throwing. I wash it off real good when i am done fishing and have had no issues whatsoever with this reel. I like the lightness of the reel, especially when you are throwing lures all day. This reel is a good reel for both beginner users and experienced users. I highly recommend this reel to anyone who likes to use baitcasters.
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