Problems With Lews Tournament Speed Spool

[WESB59]

I noticed today that when casting a zara Spook or big rattletrap that the the centrifugal brakes would snap open when I loaded up a big cast while laying off a stump row.

 

I usually only set two opposing brakes on and 2 off. After a few casts my distance would fall off and when I checked the centrifugal brakes, one or both of the brakes that were "off" would have snapped into the on position. This happen on 2 reels and maybe a 3rd. These reels are not old, they only been used one season.

 

Has anybody else run into this?

[desmobob]

I have a Tournament Pro Speed Spool I bought early this summer.  It's been functioning perfectly and I really like it.  I also keep two brakes on, and have not had the other brakes self-engage.

 

Maybe they got some lube/oil on them and they slip on too easily?  I think I would try giving them a blast of brake cleaner or degreaser to see it that might help...

 

Tight lines,

Bob

[GoDeep]

This is a big issue with Abu Garcia Revo S reels and the STX. Can't say I've heard of the Lew's reels having this issues, but I think your reel has the same style of brakes.

[desmobob]

...and by the way, welcome to the forums!  This is a really good place to hang out!

 

Tight lines,

Bob

[Basswhippa]

That is what Chinese made reels do.  The reason ABU's do the same thing is that they are the same thing with a different sticker.  Same as Bass Pro reels too.  Take it back and get yourself a Shimano Curado.  One day Chinese engineering might equal Japanese engineering, but it will be a while.  

[tomustang]

That is what Chinese made reels do.  The reason ABU's do the same thing is that they are the same thing with a different sticker.  Same as Bass Pro reels too.  Take it back and get yourself a Shimano Curado.  One day Chinese engineering might equal Japanese engineering, but it will be a while.  

 

That's funny right there.

 

 

 

My Lew's say Made in Korea. The Curado G and current I are made in Malaysia, not Japan.

[Grantman83]

Please let's not turn this into a company vs company debate. It's tired and old.

I have heard of these issues before with dual braking reels of several brands. My suggestion would be to call lew's.. Evey time I have used their customer service they were quick and efficient and pleasant.

[IAY]

That is what Chinese made reels do.  The reason ABU's do the same thing is that they are the same thing with a different sticker.  Same as Bass Pro reels too.  Take it back and get yourself a Shimano Curado.  One day Chinese engineering might equal Japanese engineering, but it will be a while.  

 

Amount of ignorance is unreal in this comment.