If You Were To Choose A Reel-$150 Price Range

[Hi Salenity]

I read reviews, does it not have an anti-reverse?

It has the same antireverse pawl all of the Lews reels have.

[Arv]

Im pretty sure the tp on sale at tw is the 5:1. Im pretty sure I heard they are phasing that out with the bb1 and the bb1 pro in the line up

[Jrob78]

I read reviews, does it not have an anti-reverse?

It (BB1)  does have an anti-reverse but it doesn't have an anti-reverse bearing like most modern reels.  It has an anti-reverse pawl which allows for a tiny amount of back play.  

[Capt.Bob]

It (BB1)  does have an anti-reverse but it doesn't have an anti-reverse bearing like most modern reels.  It has an anti-reverse pawl which allows for a tiny amount of back play.  

This is only on the 5.1:1 BB1 reel, all the rest are instant anti reverse, the 5.1:1 has the old anti reverse pawl, all other Lew's reels have the Instant anti reverse bearing.  out of everything you mentioned I would only suggest the Lew's, the Mg would be one I would leave alone, the Tournament, and Tournament pro would be my choice and both can be found under $150.00 if your patient and look around!

 

The new BB1 Pro and BB1 both have the multiple stop pawl on the 5.1 reels and the BB1 is still cataloged. The BB1 Inshore, and BB2 wide spool do not offer the 5.1:1 gear ratio so they are all instant anti reverse.

[MarkH024]

I'd buy a used chronarch and put an abu sticker on it.

[MrTexasRigs]

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.

Also what do you think about the Super Duty?

[MrTexasRigs]

This is only on the 5.1:1 BB1 reel, all the rest are instant anti reverse, the 5.1:1 has the old anti reverse pawl, all other Lew's reels have the Instant anti reverse bearing.  out of everything you mentioned I would only suggest the Lew's, the Mg would be one I would leave alone, the Tournament, and Tournament pro would be my choice and both can be found under $150.00 if your patient and look around!

 

The new BB1 Pro and BB1 both have the multiple stop pawl on the 5.1 reels and the BB1 is still cataloged. The BB1 Inshore, and BB2 wide spool do not offer the 5.1:1 gear ratio so they are all instant anti reverse.

Do you have any experience with the Super Duty?

[BassinLou]

MG, imho, is great reel. It's a workhorse.

[dodgeguy]

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 was going to suggest that but his budget was more supreme xt.

[Capt.Bob]

Do you have any experience with the Super Duty?

I have at least one of every Lew's model from the Tournament on up, for over 2 years now they continue to perform better than other brand reels that cost over twice the price. The Super Duty is a great reel for big lures and bigger fish, I use mine on my heavy flipping rig, and for Northern Pike and Muskie. It is a heavier and larger frame reel which I prefer the feel of more on big sticks for heavier work.

 

You would be better with the smaller frame reels, I mainly use the Team Gold and Team Pro , Tournament and Tournament Pro if you want to use them for light tackle, 1/4 oz or less up to 3/4 oz.

 

The BB1 Is great for crankbaits and swimbaits where long cast with 3/8oz and larger baits are being used, but also is a larger framed reel than the ones I mentioned. I think for your 150 price tag the Tournament is a good choice, and cheaper if you look around, the Tournament Pro is also a reel steel and can be had for your target price.  Good Luck, choose a Lew's and see why I say they are the best bang for the buck, and the best CS in the Industry!!

[ColdSVT]

Lews TP!!!!

[CWB]

Been wanting to pull the trigger on a Lews BB1HZ for cranking.

[bigbill]

I'd go with the Quantum. I had a wholesaler/discount house sell me a new quantum bait caster that someone messed up the friction knob assembly I contacted quantum yesterday afternoon, they got back to me right away and needed more numbers besides the model number. About 24 hours later "today" my parts are in the mail. To me that's awesome service for parts. I can repair the reel faster than sending it back for replacement. Plus I put line on it already too. They get my vote just for there awesome service if I ever need another part. They were Even nice enough to include the model number of the reel they cross reference it too. What more can we ask for. I'm hooked on quantum reels now for sure.

[Maggiesmaster]

I ordered a Revo SX but didn't like it;  it didn't cast 1/8 oz. worms well enough for me.  I spent the extra money for a Lews Tournament Pro and am very satisfied.  You can get them for about $160 on Ebay.  Mine came at a higher price from Cabelas.  Actually, I've got a BassPro Carbonlite (gold colored) reel that I bought for less than $100 that's almost as good as the Lews!  I understand the current black models aren't up to that quality, though.

[GaterB]

Tournament Pro's can be found for around the 150 mark and they are amazing reels that are well worth over 200...

[Hi Salenity]

I'd go with the Quantum. I had a wholesaler/discount house sell me a new quantum bait caster that someone messed up the friction knob assembly I contacted quantum yesterday afternoon, they got back to me right away and needed more numbers besides the model number. About 24 hours later "today" my parts are in the mail. To me that's awesome service for parts. I can repair the reel faster than sending it back for replacement. Plus I put line on it already too. They get my vote just for there awesome service if I ever need another part. They were Even nice enough to include the model number of the reel they cross reference it too. What more can we ask for. I'm hooked on quantum reels now for sure.

Good customer service is nice. I had an anti reverse pawl go bad on a reel and Lew's sent me 2 for free! I called them Today and asked them to sell me a reel they haven't released yet. I got a tracking number saying it will be at my house TOMORROW!!!

[Tartan34]

If you can, get your hands on a Tatula before making your decision.  Simply stated, it is an incredible reel.  I used my first one today...and have a couple more arriving before the end of the week.

 

I plan on changing out all of the moving bait reels to this in short order.  Distance, accuracy, and ease of throwing lighter baits....combined with the leverage of pulling in a nice fish has me a believer.  

[Jon G]

get the bb1 it performs amazingly and cast a mile.

[Capt.Bob]

enjoy that new BB? HiSal. fill us in on which reel??? Lew's just keeps going forward, I switched over 2 years ago and see no reason to ever look back!!!

[Hi Salenity]

*IPT = Inches Per Turn, Line Cap. = Line Capacity (yards/lbs.), RH = Right Hand, LH = Left Hand

Lew's® High Speed Speed Spin®

The Lew’s® Speed Spin® High-Speed Series serves up blazing 6.2:1 gear ratios in all models, along with a super smooth 10-bearing performance. Their looks are hot too, featuring a stunning combination of red and black. Check out the features:

Features:

Quality 10-bearing system

Zero-Reverse anti-reverse one-way clutch bearing

Lightweight double anodized aluminum spool with carbon graphite inserts

Rugged graphite body, rotor and side cover

SoftTouch finish for comfort and slip resistance

Includes Braid-Ready spare aluminum spool

Adjustable right or left hand retrieve

Oversized line roller to reduce line twist

Fully adjustable composite multi-disc drag system

Quality solid brass pinion gearing

Machine cut aluminum handle

Speed Lube for exceptional smoothness and performance in temperatures

Specifications:

MODEL RETRIEVE BEARINGS GEAR RATIO IPT* LINE CAP.* WEIGHT MSRP

SGH100 RH/LH 9+1 6.2:1 30" 170/6 8.7 oz. $59.99

SGH200 RH/LH 9+1 6.2:1 31" 150/8 8.9 oz. $59.99

SGH300 RH/LH 9+1 6.2:1 32" 180/10 9.9 oz. $59.99

SGH400 RH/LH 9+1 6.2:1 35" 195/12 10.4 oz. $59.99

[Hi Salenity]

Nothing special but a high speed spinning reel with 2 spools and one is extra shallow for braid and the other has carbon fiber on it like my patriarchs spool makes for a lot of reel for $59

[Capt.Bob]

we'll be waitin on that report when you run it a while, enjoy!

[RyneB]

all reels mentioned will get the job done. I suggest getting your hands on each reel, and make your own opinion. Other than the Daiwa, all reels mentioned are proven performers and have a following. I say feel them first because you will be using it. I have all Abus and a shimano. I fell in love with the Daiwa Lexa and had to have one. The reel performs flawlessly and its a great reel, but I quickly realized it wasn't the reel for me. Due to my hand placement on the reel while working jigs and other bottom contact baits. I would constantly turn the cast control on the left side of the reel. I would do it without knowing it. I had to take it off my jig rod and now use it strictly for moving baits.