New Baitcasting Reel

[JickleFish]

Hey guys, I recently picked up a Fenwick Smallmouth Elite TECH casting rod, and now need a reel to pair it up with, preferably in the ~150$ range. I've been looking at the Lew's Tournament MG, BPS JM Sg Series, and the Pflueger Supreme XT. Any feedback would be awesome

 

Thanks

[TNBassin']

Can't go wrong with Lew's. For a little more though, you could get the new Curado I. Everyone is flipping their lids over them here so I ordered 2. Apparently they are the second coming at $179.

[Frenchman83]

You can get a Lews Tournament Pro for 150 if you look

[Suspendingjerk]

Lews all the way. I have the mg and it's the best thing since sliced bread in my book.

[GADawgs]

You can get a Lews Tournament Pro for 150 if you look

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[Missourifishin]

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Tournament Pro

[The Commodore]

I have a tournament pro and love how compact it is. Haven't had an issue with it.

[JickleFish]

Found a Tournament Pro at USA Boat Store for 150, is this a reliable site. I don't want to use Ebay, and this was cheap.

http://www.usaboatstore.com/store/shopCart.aspx

[L a r r y]

You can also pick up a Revo STX Gen III for $150

[Missourifishin]

Found a Tournament Pro at USA Boat Store for 150, is this a reliable site. I don't want to use Ebay, and this was cheap.

http://www.usaboatstore.com/store/shopCart.aspx

It looks pretty legit. I've never heard of it though.

[Fish Murderer 71]

Found a Tournament Pro at USA Boat Store for 150, is this a reliable site. I don't want to use Ebay, and this was cheap.

http://www.usaboatstore.com/store/shopCart.aspx

Why would you not want to use ebay?  I've gotten several STX and Lews on Ebay at a significant discount with no problems...?

[HeavyFisher]

I think some people get turned off from ebay because they don't know about ebays wicked return policy. Lets say you get a dud and you want to return it but the seller refuses, no problemo you open up a case ebay sides with the buyer99% of the time and your good to go! I use ebay a lot to buy and sell on a regular basis. 

[ChrisD46]

Not sure about 2014 models - but up through 2013 I believe Shimano quality versus price took quite a dive thus Lews picked up quite a bit of market share (deservedly so) ! I have not checked out the 2014 Curado - but my guess is Shimano knows they cut corners on quality in 2013 and people answered with their wallets (Lews) , so if the new 2014 Curado is of better quality - then more power to them ...In the mean time I strongly recommend Lews without reservation !

[F14A-B]

The shimano reel in question in baitcasting was the curado g model....no other shimano b.c. Reels have been so accused of poor Quailty up to the G model.... Many folks liked the g many more did not. The Curado I is a new platform, completely,it's more Akin to A 279$ reel than a 179$ dollar reel. It's proving itself easily right now.. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone... I think it's a great buy. Some folks like lews... You choose and hope you enjoy it!

[BassinLou]

Another vote for a Lews ttpro.  The MG tournament is great also. The ttpro has slightly more advantages though. There are several legitimate places to find the ttpro for $150. My first stop would be Ron over at Valley sports. Whatever Lews you decide on, enjoy and good luck. 

[Phoenix Guy]

Lews all the way. Best bang for the buck by far.