TNBassin' Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 Sure you can, spend the extra $20 and get a helios from cabelas. Provided they have any... Is that made by Okuma? Quote
TNBassin' Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 I have the Trio spinning reel and it's amazing. We might be the only two Okuma fans here. Quote
sarcazmo Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 I have the Trio spinning reel and it's amazing. We might be the only two Okuma fans here. Thats part of the reason I like it! I still havent seen anyone else fish with any of their reels. WHen the sales guy @ cabelas pointed it out to me I was astonished! Not only did I not know they carried it, but there was another human being that thought it was as fantastic as I do! I'm telling you if you can find it for $149 you wont find another reel that comes close. Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted October 20, 2012 Super User Posted October 20, 2012 Thats part of the reason I like it! I still havent seen anyone else fish with any of their reels. WHen the sales guy @ cabelas pointed it out to me I was astonished! Not only did I not know they carried it, but there was another human being that thought it was as fantastic as I do! I'm telling you if you can find it for $149 you wont find another reel that comes close. I mentioned in my post above to check out the Komodo. The only unproven thing about the reel is longevity but man after a full season of use I would say so far so good. They already come standard with Abec 5 bearings a carbon fiber handle and light weight and very palmable frame. If they had a better way of accessing the braking system I would like them even more. I think they have a 3 year warranty as well. Both the Komodo and Helios are great reels that are often overlooked but shouldn't be. Quote
Super User LgMouthGambler Posted October 20, 2012 Super User Posted October 20, 2012 Thanks for all your suggestions so far everyone. I think as of right now I am leaning towards a a shimano curado e or citica e? Is there a large difference between the two, and where can I get a good deal on a new one? Thanks again for the help! Curado has a metal brake star, and a bearing in the crankshaft, and no knob bearings. Otherwise, not too big of a difference. If it comes down to price, you wont be disappointed with either one. I own both, but I just love the Curados. My suggestion if going the E route, would be the Curado 50E. Smaller, easier to palm and fish, and holds enough line for anything. Quote
sarcazmo Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 I mentioned in my post above to check out the Komodo. The only unproven thing about the reel is longevity but man after a full season of use I would say so far so good. They already come standard with Abec 5 bearings a carbon fiber handle and light weight and very palmable frame. If they had a better way of accessing the braking system I would like them even more. I think they have a 3 year warranty as well. Both the Komodo and Helios are great reels that are often overlooked but shouldn't be. Whoops must have overlooked where you mentioned that. I actually really like the way you access the braking system. I find it so simple to just twist the plate, and turn the knob to the desired brake setting. Seems pretty innovative. Although this last point is hardly relevant, I also find their reels very aesthetically pleasing. To the OP if you can check em out I highly recommend it. I'm tellin ya for the price I got my 2nd one for you won't find a better reel. Quote
Sodus Bay Scooter Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 I'm with Rockchalk on the new revo s. It's small and light weight and looks really good on a veritas. I picked one up a month ago and it's just super super smooth. Just my opinion and not that it matters much but I think they are also the best looking reels to buy right now. Go to basspro if you have one near by and look at all the reels and you'll see what I mean. Good luck. Quote
11justin22 Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 Lews TP. +100000000 best in class. Smoothest, farthest casting, built like a tank, fits in the hand amazingly. AND I OWN A CURADO! Quote
JCiurej34 Posted October 20, 2012 Posted October 20, 2012 Get a lew's tournament speed spool which is $149.99 or a lew's tournament pro which is $199.99. I have two curado e's and I like my lew's reels more. IMO they are smoother, they cast further, plus they have a dual braking system which really lets you dial your reel in. Quote
3bd4 Posted October 21, 2012 Author Posted October 21, 2012 Really appreciate the responses and suggestions everyone. Leaning towards something shimano right now I think. Maybe a curado 200e or 50e. I can't find a decent deal on either of them anywhere though? How much should I be expecting to pay? Quote
Super User LgMouthGambler Posted October 21, 2012 Super User Posted October 21, 2012 Around $150. Quote
sarcazmo Posted October 21, 2012 Posted October 21, 2012 Really appreciate the responses and suggestions everyone. Leaning towards something shimano right now I think. Maybe a curado 200e or 50e. I can't find a decent deal on either of them anywhere though? How much should I be expecting to pay? If you can go to BPS/Cabelas/ Whatever store is near you. Try and put the reel on whatever rod you'll be using it on. Make sure you like the feel and balance. Quote
RyneB Posted October 22, 2012 Posted October 22, 2012 Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat? OK, some have been spoiled with the E series, but come on! The G series is still a great reel, and will still beat anything in the close perspective that Pure Fishing can try to throw at them as "competition". Lets just face it, there is nothing Pure Fishing can produce that beats the durability of a Shimano product. There I let the beast out. never argue with a fool. Quote
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