Abu Garcia Revo S

[zwhiten12]

Anyone have the Abu Garcia revo s? If so how do you like it? Thanks y'all!

[Sodus Bay Scooter]

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I love mine. Smooth, light and looks great.

[BenBassmaster]

I'm going to one of these soon.

[zwhiten12]

Thanks man

[Goose21]

I love mine, smooth, light and well worth the money.

[zwhiten12]

Goose 21. What's the biggest fish you've caught with it?

[Goose21]

I use it to sling topwater baits, paired it with a veritas. Pb on it is 5lbs, handles just fine.

[Bluebasser86]

I've got a Revo S that's a few years old. Lots of miles, fish, and abuse on it. Had to replace the pawl bearing this winter and had it supertuned also, feels even better than new now. 

[rockchalk06]

Anyone have the Abu Garcia revo s? If so how do you like it? Thanks y'all!

If all people did was use the search feature and not "discuss" things on a "discussion forum" it'd be a boreing place! So welcome and ask anything!

To answer your question: Yes, I have two of the new ones. Not sure if your asking about the Gen 1 & 2 which are silver or the Gen 3 which is the new black and white one. I have the Gen 3's

It is by far one of my favorite reels I own. The breaking system is 2nd to none to learn how to start with a baitcaster. Easy to operate and smooth as all get out. The very 1st ones had some gear grinning issues but it was taken care of ASAP.

I am running one on a 7' M Micro Veritas and it will cast a small top water out past 40 yards if the conditions are good. For the price it's hard to beat too.

If you go to bass pros page, I have a full review with pictures on the new S. it's the featured review for it.

You cant go wrong. I love mine and provided it proves ts self down the road, will be in my arsenol for ever.

[cbass12]

I have three that are 2, 4, and 6 years old. My favorite reel. Extremely smooth and easy to adjust. I'm sure the new model is of the same quality, or even better.

[Trailer]

I have two Revo S reels and love them. One is the white finish. Got it paired up with a Veritas. Just ordered a Revo SX. Hope it's nice as well. They ought to paint a 3 on the side and rename it the Intimidator!

[TrapperJ]

Got to try the new S in store Saturday, made my mind up, will be getting one for sure via the reel trade in program.

[rubba bubba]

Which generation?  There's 3 -

1 - had the six pin brakes

2 - had the 3 and 3 spring-loaded pin brakes

3 - the current black and white

 

1 and 2 were identical except for the modified braking.  I have a bunch of those and it's a work-horse reel.

[jbone177]

Im taking a cross country trip next week.  I'll be stopping by a basspro or cabelas and picking one up along the way.   Gonna put it on the veritas rod I just ordered. 

[rockchalk06]

Im taking a cross country trip next week.  I'll be stopping by a basspro or cabelas and picking one up along the way.   Gonna put it on the veritas rod I just ordered. 

Just remember BP has the online code VISIT20GC to enter. Any online purchase of 100 dollars or more gets a free 20 dollar gift card.

[zwhiten12]

Is the sx worth te extra 30 bucks or just stick with the s?

[LgMouthGambler]

SX is may only brakes. I would stick with the S.

[Hanover_Yakker]

I've owned four Gen 1's and one Revo Inshore - love them (still have 3 of them - 1 I lost overboard ). The new Gen 3's at $99 is a steal considering you can add a decent rod in the $75-100 range and have an awesome setup that will last you many years. I also have a couple Shimanos that are every bit as good as well, The key is finding a reel that not only feels good on its own, but pairs up well and balances well with the rod you plan on using.

[rockchalk06]

Is the sx worth te extra 30 bucks or just stick with the s?

 

 

How much experience with a bait caster do you have?

 

The SX has mag breaks only. They are great for pitching and flipping, but an over all casting reel or work horse reel, I don't like them. They are also more difficult to use for a beginner.

 

The S has a sweet breaking system. You can fine tune it for any condition or application.

[mnbassman23]

Great reel for the money. I have 2 of them that are Gen1 models and they are on their 7th year of abuse and still work great. I recently picked up a Gen3 model and from the little i've used it I have been very satisfied with it. 

[Bankbeater]

I bought mine on sale back in '08.  It is one of the smoothest reels I have ever used.

[thehooligan]

Would you guys say the third gen is the best model ?

[Blue Streak]

They are a great reel, maybe the best in it's price range. They are smooith and dependable. I have caught several Hybrids over 10 pounds and Flathead Catfish up to 40 pounds on mine out of the Ohio River.

[rockchalk06]

Would you guys say the third gen is the best model ?

For look feel and extras yes they are better. As for it holding up to the abuse year to year, we won't be able to know for awhile. I bought mine the day the hit the market about 6-7 months ago. No issues with mine so far.

[zwhiten12]

How much experience with a bait caster do you have?

 

The SX has mag breaks only. They are great for pitching and flipping, but an over all casting reel or work horse reel, I don't like them. They are also more difficult to use for a beginner.

 

The S has a sweet breaking system. You can fine tune it for any condition or application.

I've been using a baitcaster for a bout 2 years now. What kind of distance do you get when casting with the S?