Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Sx

[Missourifishin]

Some time between now and next spring I'm probably going to buy my first baitcasting reel. Do you think this would be a good choice for a beginner?

[JeziHogg]

Take the $80 your going to spend on it and put it away. Save yourself another $120 and buy a Chronarch 50/51E.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

You don't need to spend $200 for a reel to learn on. A $100> will get you a quality reel that you won't "outgrow" as you become more skilled at casting. The round reels have a place in bass fishing but that one has way more line capacity than you need. I suggest a BPS Pro Qualifier on sale which will be under $100. Other possibilities are Shimano Citica, or ABU Revo S to name just a few.

[Missourifishin]

Thanks for the replies. Money is indeed an issue. I have other non-fishing things I need to start saving for soon. Plus I will need a rod to pair with my first casting reel. So $100 or less is definitely what I had in mind.

[tholmes]

Another option is to shop the Flea Market section on this board. Lots of bargains to be found there. 

 

Tom

[Missourifishin]

Another option is to shop the Flea Market section on this board. Lots of bargains to be found there. 

 

Tom

That is a good option. I've gotten some good stuff there. I don't even know where to begin when it comes to what kind of casting reel I should get though.

[Trey Harpel]

look at the new Daiwa Tatula...EXCELLENT reel for the money as they can be had for 120$ or so and Ill put that reel up against the White Curado E anyday..

[Jolly Green]

Where I would begin is holding a round reel on a rod in my hands to see how it feels; many people find them bulky and not as comfortable as low profile baitcasters.  Either way, there are probably better reels out there for only a few more dollars.  The one you are looking at is part of Abu's revamp of the Ambassadeur line, and while I've never used it, I am a little suspicious of the quality. Some tried and true low profile models have already been suggested here, but if a round reel suits you then I suggest the Ambassadeur C3 4600.  The new generation retails for $120, older used ones could be had for much less.

[0119]

The Ambassadeur SX or the Revo SX? The new Ambassadeur SX is a revamped BCX and you would be hard pressed to find anyone who would give you a favorable comment on the BCX. O.P., if you are referring to the Revo SX that's a different story.