Good Spinning Reel $50 Or Under?

[Sp032o]

Hello, I just have two quick questions...

I have been deciding on a spinning rod for a while, and I think I am going to get the Berkly Lightning Rod Shock, because it isn't too expensive and I have read many good reviews. Do you think this is a good choice?

Also, i'm having a lot of trouble finding a good reel. Like the rod, I would like to get something fairly cheap, $50 or below. What are some good spinning reels in this price range that will work well for bass fishing and that would go with the Lightning shock Rod? Thanks for all input.

[robster80]

pflueger president

[Penguino]

Pluefger Supreme trumps all in that price range. You can find them at severe discount for 49.99$ at Gander Mountain after rebate and gift cards. Furthermore, there is a coupon code for 5$ off that is GMT5.

[Joedodge]

I love the Pflueger presidents I have two. You may look at the shimmano ix2000. For a $15 reel they are actually a nice smooth reel I've had a couple over the years. It'll last a long time especially in freshwater duty. Walmart and bass pro have them on line

[The Next KVD]

You can get a Bass Pro Shops Pro Qualifier spinning reel for under $50.  I got one and its a nice reel. 

[Crestliner2008]

I just bought a Lightning Shock rod and put a Pflueger Trion on it. Don't know how it's going to work out obviously, but that combo is certainly in your price range. A very nice rod for the money. I would have preferred a President instead of the Trion, but I've already spent way too much to start out this season! And if this Trion reflects the Pflueger quality, I should be good to go.

[bassinbrady03]

I just bought a Lightning Shock rod and put a Pflueger Trion on it. Don't know how it's going to work out obviously, but that combo is certainly in your price range. A very nice rod for the money. I would have preferred a President instead of the Trion, but I've already spent way too much to start out this season! And if this Trion reflects the Pflueger quality, I should be good to go.

I have this combo and it is pretty nice for the money. Trion has good drag.

[bassin is addicting]

Pflueger President at Gander Mountain

[ww2farmer]

A Trion and/or President with a Lightning Rod Shock is a very good affordable combo. I have several.

[therealnutmeg]

+1 to the Shimano IX2000, no anti-reverse or whatever it's called but for $15 can't beat em.

[Drew03cmc]

Lew's SG300. 6.2:1 ratio, large spool and Lew's quality. I bought one and I like it thus far. $50 at Wally's.

[SirSnookalot]

I'll second the trion.  I have a UL about 8 years old, every bit as smooth as my supremes.   Although I catch some good fish with it, it hasn't had the demands that some of my larger reels get, so this isn't a comparison.  For under 50 bucks it's winner IMO.