MrTexasRigs Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Alright so I'm looking at a few reels in this price range and I am wondering which one you would choose. I am aware that this is a very competitive price range, but I have a few reels in mind. They are: Abu Garcia Revo S or SX Daiwa Tatula (probably not too many have used...just came out) Lew's Tournament SS, BB-1, Tourny MG Quantum Energy, Catalyst No Shimanos (: ......Also I know there are a lot in there, I'm just wondering what would you would choose and why. Also you can recommend some others that I don't have listed. I do have some in the 120ish range too in there. Thanks Quote
Super User Darren. Posted September 21, 2013 Super User Posted September 21, 2013 Alright so I'm looking at a few reels in this price range and I am wondering which one you would choose. I am aware that this is a very competitive price range, but I have a few reels in mind. They are: Abu Garcia Revo S or SX Daiwa Tatula (probably not too many have used...just came out) Lew's Tournament SS, BB-1, Tourny MG Quantum Energy, Catalyst No Shimanos (: ......Also I know there are a lot in there, I'm just wondering what would you would choose and why. Also you can recommend some others that I don't have listed. I do have some in the 120ish range too in there. Thanks I'd look long and hard at the Tatula... I've got experience with the Lexa, which I *really* like, and am very impressed by the Tat's specs. Quote
MrTexasRigs Posted September 21, 2013 Author Posted September 21, 2013 I'd look long and hard at the Tatula... I've got experience with the Lexa, which I *really* like, and am very impressed by the Tat's specs. Yeah I see tackletour already reviewed it, they gave it a pretty good rating. I'm not a big fan of Daiwa, but i bet i would be if i gave them a better try. I guess it as some air rotation system and feels like no gears while reeling, which seems very nice. Quote
Super User Darren. Posted September 21, 2013 Super User Posted September 21, 2013 Yeah I see tackletour already reviewed it, they gave it a pretty good rating. I'm not a big fan of Daiwa, but i bet i would be if i gave them a better try. I guess it as some air rotation system and feels like no gears while reeling, which seems very nice. Indeed. That and the new T-wing system. Plus they make it in a sup'd up Type R model. I never paid much attention to Daiwa until I saw the Lexa (spinning and casting). Become a real fan of both since then. Very good quality, easy on the wallet, Daiwa durability. Huge Shimano fan, as well. Have a Chronarch 50e, and two Stradic FI reels. Have 2 Quantum Accurists. Lexa utterly blows both out of the water. Quote
Super User BassinLou Posted September 21, 2013 Super User Posted September 21, 2013 You would not be disappointed with the Lews or the Abu. Quote
Super User ww2farmer Posted September 21, 2013 Super User Posted September 21, 2013 I like Abu, and Shimano, but since you said no Shimano...........Abu. Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted September 21, 2013 Super User Posted September 21, 2013 I'm a Daiwa guy so I would get the Tatula. There's a Type R with my name on it as soon as they're released. Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted September 21, 2013 Super User Posted September 21, 2013 pflueger supreme xt Quote
kingkong85 Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Before buying my second baitcast reel I did a lot of research and reading. Was leaning towards shimano, daiwa was on the radar but my nephew told me about lew's. I'd go with lew's. Either onee will do but I went with lews bb1 cause I can't be around magnets. I haven't experienced their customer service but have heard they have great service. I'm sure lew's isn't the only one with great service. Lew's offer a lot more for the money. Well at least to me. I'm not a 1 brand guy. I own a few brands. Fenwick shimano st croix powell and lew's. Powell max rod and lew's bb1 is my new current and only baitcast setup at the moment. The rest are spinning set ups. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 Lews tournament pro, bb1 or tournament speed spool. The mg is junk. You can get the tournament pro from eBay for what you want to spend. I don't know anything about the new diawa. I have a td-z and steez plus a lexa. The lexa is ok but not nearly as good as the Lews. I've owned all of them so it's first hand advice. Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 Lews tournament pro Curado 50e Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 Silly... No shimanos Okay, I just bought a Pinnacle Optimus XLT for $100. 2 Quote
Arv Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 You should be able to find the tournament pro for around 150 if you shop around. That gets my vote. I do have a tss which I also like a lot. The revo s has always been a solid reel and I had good experiences with the older gen models. I am interested in the tatula but want to hear more reviews before I think about spending the money on one. Quote
Cgrinder Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 I feel like the new Pflueger reels are Revos in sheep's clothing. No me gusta. You can get a used Smoke for well under $150. It's a nice light reel that casts well. I have a lefty in the flea market. Why no Shimano? $150 gets you quite the secondhand reel. Quote
Super User webertime Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 A used Zillion or T3 Quote
Super User Long Mike Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 Pfleuger Patriarch. For both spinning and baitcasting. The new Patriarch spinning reel is truly a jewel. Pfleuger has completely redesigned the reel, using magnesium, titanium, and carbon-fiber components. The reel weighs just over six ounces. Quote
MrTexasRigs Posted September 22, 2013 Author Posted September 22, 2013 Lews tournament pro, bb1 or tournament speed spool. The mg is junk. You can get the tournament pro from eBay for what you want to spend. I don't know anything about the new diawa. I have a td-z and steez plus a lexa. The lexa is ok but not nearly as good as the Lews. I've owned all of them so it's first hand advice. I actually own the MG, and i think it works perfectly well, feels great. What is the big difference between the mg and regular tourney? Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 I actually own the MG, and i think it works perfectly well, feels great. What is the big difference between the mg and regular tourney? The MG only has magnetic breaks. Quote
Dramer77 Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 *** has the tournament pro on sale for $160ish.. i have the BB1 and love it! Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 I owned one too. IMO it's junk compared compared to the rest of the line up. Yes it worked but it didn't feel as good to me. Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 Pfleuger Patriarch. For both spinning and baitcasting. The new Patriarch spinning reel is truly a jewel. Pfleuger has completely redesigned the reel, using magnesium, titanium, and carbon-fiber components. The reel weighs just over six ounces. I love my Patriarch spinning reel! Quote
MrTexasRigs Posted September 22, 2013 Author Posted September 22, 2013 The MG only has magnetic breaks. I own it, i'm aware. I was asking because he said the MG was junk. Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted September 22, 2013 Super User Posted September 22, 2013 I owned one too. IMO it's junk compared compared to the rest of the line up. Yes it worked but it didn't feel as good to me. I will say I liked the longer handle the MG has. Quote
MrTexasRigs Posted September 22, 2013 Author Posted September 22, 2013 *** has the tournament pro on sale for $160ish.. i have the BB1 and love it! I read reviews, does it not have an anti-reverse? Quote
MrTexasRigs Posted September 22, 2013 Author Posted September 22, 2013 I owned one too. IMO it's junk compared compared to the rest of the line up. Yes it worked but it didn't feel as good to me. Oh alright, I thought you mean't it like broke on you or something Quote
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