flippin Dan Posted May 7, 2012 Posted May 7, 2012 I am a poor boy but got a little cash to spend and want opinions on whether or not a little extra is worth it. Looking Revo s versus sx and the vendetta versus veritas. I like flippin and pitchin and fish WAY more jigs and plastic than anything else. I like the sx having more bearings and the veritas having more eyes. Will get a 7' mh fast action rod or maybe longer in heavy if you guys recommend the vendetta. Opinions appreciated. Hope to order in the morning. Actually I can get veritas longer if no micro eyes. Quote
Super User LgMouthGambler Posted May 8, 2012 Super User Posted May 8, 2012 I have an SX paired with the Vendetta, great combo. Quote
Kevinator1 Posted May 8, 2012 Posted May 8, 2012 Since you are low on cashage, the Revo S is one heck of a reel for the price. I had both the S and the SX and to me i could pitch lures just as good with the Revo S. Let me give you another possibility.... Lews Speed Spool...the $99.00 model. You can probably find it for $89.00 and I can pitch every bit as good with it as I can any other reel I have. Very nice. Quote
The Next KVD Posted May 8, 2012 Posted May 8, 2012 Get a 7' 3" MH Veritas. Most versitile rod in the series. Has enough lenght and more than enough backbone to flip/pitch, but also handles frogs, spinnerbaits, T-Rigs, and C-Rigs with ease. Quote
nocluefisher Posted May 8, 2012 Posted May 8, 2012 You can get the revo s for 99 bucks right now and the sx for 129.99. I have them both. I am really new to baitcasting but i really enjoy these 2 reels. Quote
hike4steel Posted May 8, 2012 Posted May 8, 2012 Veritas is a great bang for the buck but I have not fished the verdict or vendetta line. Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted May 8, 2012 Posted May 8, 2012 The mere number of bearings or guides don't necessarily mean better quality or performance by themselves. Both Revos are good reels. I prefer the centrifugal braking found in the S. It's much more user friendly. A flush of the bearings will make the S cast very well. Rods with micro guides sometimes use 1-2 extra guides but the over all weight savings are significant especially in the tip. I'd save a little on the reel and invest in the highest end rod you can fit into your budget to build a combo for plastics and jigs. Quote
flippin Dan Posted May 8, 2012 Author Posted May 8, 2012 Just ordered the revo s and 7'3" veritas. Be the best I have ever owned I hope. Thanks guys. Quote
St James Posted May 10, 2012 Posted May 10, 2012 I prefer the revo s to the sx personally, I thinks it's because I don't like magnetic brakes Quote
Super User smalljaw67 Posted May 10, 2012 Super User Posted May 10, 2012 The mere number of bearings or guides don't necessarily mean better quality or performance by themselves. Both Revos are good reels. I prefer the centrifugal braking found in the S. It's much more user friendly. A flush of the bearings will make the S cast very well. Rods with micro guides sometimes use 1-2 extra guides but the over all weight savings are significant especially in the tip. I'd save a little on the reel and invest in the highest end rod you can fit into your budget to build a combo for plastics and jigs. X2 !!! When it comes to plastics and jigs your rod becomes more important, save on the reel and get the best rod you can. Quote
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