calvincorey Posted May 25, 2014 Posted May 25, 2014 Looking for a spinning reel for around $150-200. Will use it for drop shots, tubes, shaky heads, and other finesse applications. Let me know what you guys recommend. Thanks in advance! Quote
Super User aavery2 Posted May 25, 2014 Super User Posted May 25, 2014 I am going to try and sum this up. You are going to get several answers to your post. The first is going to be buy a Shimano Stradic FJ, because it is the best and made by Shimano. There will those, myself included that will tell you to look at the Pflueger line of spinning reels great performance and good price. The last will be post that tell you there is no need to spend that much money on a bass reel, because no freshwater fish will ever compare to the stress and wear that salt water fish and environment present. In the end your budget is good and you will be able to find a nice reel that works for you. Quote
LMB KING Posted May 25, 2014 Posted May 25, 2014 We are gladly to help you with any questions you may ask. This is why we are a social fishing community and as a forum member we are here to help each other with our experience. So feel free to ask questions. We will try to lead you to the right direction. ok now here are some reels that are in that range. Pflueger Superme daiwa procyon Shimano FJ - its in my top 5 Quantum Energy - my favorite theirs more but i cant think of top of my head Try them in stores first to get a good feel and if you like them, everybody have different taste Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted May 25, 2014 Super User Posted May 25, 2014 I am going to try and sum this up. You are going to get several answers to your post. The first is going to be buy a Shimano Stradic FJ, because it is the best and made by Shimano. There will those, myself included that will tell you to look at the Pflueger line of spinning reels great performance and good price. The last will be post that tell you there is no need to spend that much money on a bass reel, because no freshwater fish will ever compare to the stress and wear that salt water fish and environment present. In the end your budget is good and you will be able to find a nice reel that works for you. Well said. Quote
Super User Tywithay Posted May 25, 2014 Super User Posted May 25, 2014 I don't remember what forum it was, but I saw a feller with a lightly used Daiwa Fuego...that's the one. Otherwise, a Stradic FJ or find a deal on a CI4+. Quote
Capt.Bob Posted May 25, 2014 Posted May 25, 2014 Stradic FJ, at least be sure to check one out before buy anything else in that price range, you can find them below your price range, I prefer the 1000FJ, but some need the 2500FJ to balance the rod properly,,,,very important consideration! Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted May 25, 2014 Super User Posted May 25, 2014 Cabela's had the Stradic CI4 for $180, but they are sold out. If you shop around this Shimano spinning reel should be available in your price range. The FJ has been highly recommended, but for some the weight differential might be the deciding factor. Quote
livetofish28 Posted May 25, 2014 Posted May 25, 2014 The Abu Garcia Revo sx is another excellent reel for 159 comes with a mono spool and a braid ready spool and balances perfect on a St Croix LTB 6'10 M X-Fast tight lines Andrew Quote
Super User AK-Jax86 Posted May 25, 2014 Super User Posted May 25, 2014 Get a Quantum Smoke reel I love mine! It's light weight and can pull in those big girls with ease. I have the SL 25 PTI and I had the 30 too but sold that to my buddy. Like I said you will not be disappointed in this reel great reel for $160. 1 Quote
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