TNBassin' Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Just say no? For me, it's $199. I feel that for that price point, there are TONS of options that will be more than sufficient to keep me fishing with reliable and nice equipment for a long time. My Chronarch Es were the most expensive reels I've ever bought at $199, and I stuck those on Crucials at $159 a pop, and they are d**n fine combos. I think that with the quality and choices we now have at the $200 and below price point for rods and reels, we can get the best of both worlds when it comes to our gear. 1 Quote
Super User Sam Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 TN, $199 and less can buy you some wonderful rods and reels. You will have to go a little over $199 for a bass boat. 4 Quote
TNBassin' Posted June 19, 2014 Author Posted June 19, 2014 TN, $199 and less can buy you some wonderful rods and reels. You will have to go a little over $199 for a bass boat. Lol. Yeah a little over. I looked at a $40k Z9 yesterday. Kate Beckinsale could've been pole dancing in the middle of that thing, and I wouldn't have drooled more than what I was already doing. 3 Quote
Super User Sam Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 Nitros are supposed to be good boats but check the Power Pro location to make sure the have at least one factory authorized mechanic. My Ashland BPS in Virginia has screwed up so many times I am paranoid about bringing my boat to them. Last time they had one of the guys who moves the boats around replace the RPM gauge and he disconnected the speedometer and did not replace the tube. Water on my feet, legs, boat, etc. when I hit the water. And it was cold that day, too. The charge to do the work was the same as if a factory authorized mechanic did the work. Just a word to the wise. Quote
skeletor6 Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 If it remains legitimately profitable for resale, I could care less of the price. 3 Quote
Super User Tywithay Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 Depends how badly I want it. Most of my stuff is between $100-$250, but I'm not above spending $500 for a rod/reel if it really interests me. I don't have any real habits outside of fishing that cost money, so I put my money into fishing. 5 Quote
Ima Bass Ninja Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 I'm in the less than 200 category too. Mine may actually be $150 as I have not spent that much on either a rod or reel. Of course I generally wait until big sales too and try to stay away from paying retail prices. Quote
thehooligan Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 I cap myself off at around $300 for rods. I really like the cumulus/cumara line and there typically well below that price. Id love to try a megabass someday, but im so happy with these rods that im not in that much of a rush... Now, when it comes to reels theres no budget, lol. If i see something i want ill sell a crapload of tackle, (like im doing right now) and get it 1 Quote
speed craw Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Price is a relative word . I am a mechanic by nature , now in sales ... but mind when you when I first got started in automotive industry I bought $ 20-50 wrench sets . As I saw a use for them being a work horse for me I quickly saw a difference in quality to do more than having cheap wrenches slip all the time on me so I upgraded and bought some matco and snap on wrench sets for $ 250- 500 . Same can be said for my fishing rods , I prefer dobyns rods as they serve a purpose for quality and feel . To some people that might make them choke . Quality for a price is more over where i judge my price estimation and when to walk , some options are better for the same $$$ range . There is no right or wrong answer as long as you're comparing apples to apples . Quote
JaxBasser Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Every time I set a cap my next purchase ends up going over it. I said I'd never spend more than $100 or so on a reel and just a couple of days ago I spent $150 on a ***. Now I'm looking at rods in the $200 range. Every purchase just gets higher and higher lol. 1 Quote
Super User MCS Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 Every time I set a cap my next purchase ends up going over it. I said I'd never spend more than $100 or so on a reel and just a couple of days ago I spent $150 on a ***. Now I'm looking at rods in the $200 range. Every purchase just gets higher and higher lol. You ain't kidding. I splurged and got a Dobyns champion and now I doubt anything less than that. LOL I love that thing. I guess I have to set my bar at 200-300 for a rod. I have been happy thought with the 3 BC reels I have in the 100-200 range. Think you can get a fine reel for 150-200. Quote
Super User smalljaw67 Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 At one time I didn't care but now I have to be careful. I cap reels at $250 now and since I've found rods that work for me I am safe and don't have to climb over the $200 area for one. I think if I was going to fish more than 1 or 2 tournaments a year I might go higher but since I don't there is no reason to spend more. Quote
Fish Murderer 71 Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 I usually spend a buck fifty for my reel and a buck fifty for a rod... I've gotten several 80 dollar rods and they seemed to be fine, I've just come to like the micro magics... Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 The point of increasing/diminishing returns on reels is between $100-$250 casting and $50-$250 spinning. On Production rods, $100-300. This is not to say you can't catch fish and enjoy doing so with equipment below these prices, just an opinion on value (performance, longevity etc.) Individual budgets are personal and obviously vary widely. Don't feel pressured to spend beyond your means. That just eats into the enjoyment you get from the sport. Quote
ColdSVT Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 250 is my absolute limit Most of my rods are in the 120-150range and reels are in the 150-200 range I honestly think the 150-250 market is the best as fas as bang for the buck and competiveness 1 Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 Take a look at both Pinnacle and Okuma. Glenn, Keri and all of the Moderators have recently written a number of reviews on gear we have been using for the last year or so. We have been VERY impressed with the rods and reels, many of which fit the pricing parameters being discussed here. Quote
raoka Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 i usually look at the 100-150 pricepoint for both rods and reels, but i try to find things on sale...at least 25% off msrp Quote
Michael F Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 I tend to stay between $150-$250, but my limit is $300. I wont spend a penny more than $300. Quote
Brian6428 Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 My limit for a rod is $100. My limit for a reel is $150. My limit for a lure is $10. These are all pretty low but I feel that I can get quality, durable gear in these price ranges. 1 Quote
Super User Bankbeater Posted June 19, 2014 Super User Posted June 19, 2014 I won't go over $200 in cash. If I have gift cards, well that is another story. 1 Quote
Arv Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 I stop around 200-250 depending on the item. Most I've ever spent on one piece of equipment was 260 on a rod, but it was ~25% off... Quote
DTack Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Lots of good posts and perspectives here. Value and money spent can only be justified by every individual. I prefer to spend more on a higher priced rod versus a reel. I feel there is more value in higher priced rods than reels, example, certain techniques I have the most confidence in rods above a $300 pricepoint. I don't think I need those for every technique... For reels I don't feel the need at any point for a reel over 200$ I just can't feel enough difference to justify personally. Quote
sarcazmo Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 For me, with rods its right around $~300. Despite what people tell you there are a lot of rods in that price range that compete VERY favorable with the 'high end' stuff; Loomis, Megabass, etc. Reels Im not as picky about, ~$200 or less. As long as its reliable with a good drag thats all I really care about unless I'm looking for a specialty application ie finesse bait caster. Quote
einscodek Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 My most expensive rod I justified at 170 on sale as a swimbait rod I really needed with certain attributes. Otherwise I am an under $100 rod guy .. and the rod I use most is an IM6 I bought for $50 Money dont grow on trees and you dont need to spend a fortune to .. catch a freakin fish. This season so far I have caught upwards of 90+ fish now and the rods which are years old keep on tickin and workin Quote
TNBassin' Posted June 19, 2014 Author Posted June 19, 2014 Take a look at both Pinnacle and Okuma. Glenn, Keri and all of the Moderators have recently written a number of reviews on gear we have been using for the last year or so. We have been VERY impressed with the rods and reels, many of which fit the pricing parameters being discussed here. I've used Okuma's spinning reels for a couple years now and they are QUALITY. Those Helios reels got some pretty good reviews too. Not sure why Okuma doesn't get more love than what they do. Hell, I'm not sure why I haven't picked up one of their bcs. Quote
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