BIGGEORGIADAWG Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 So I got in my Lews LFS Speed Spool last week and fished with it Saturday. I wasn't thrilled with my purchase at all and I really wanted to be. It wasn't nearly as smooth as I was expecting and I could hear the gears the whole time I was winding. Did I just get a bad reel or are they not as good as I was hoping? Any suggestions on a reel under $100? I know all about the Tatulas but I have yet to see one for $89 as someone on here keeps suggesting. Are they any better than the Rvo3 SX? What is the smoothest/best reel that can be had for ~$100? Thanks. Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted July 28, 2015 Super User Posted July 28, 2015 Might want to look at these. http://www.bassresource.com/fishing_lures/Pinnacle-Producer-LTE-review.html I've got the Primmus and it is a very smooth, well built reel. Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted July 28, 2015 Super User Posted July 28, 2015 Before you buy another reel exchange the one you have. Every brand will have a few defectives. 2 Quote
stkbassn Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 So I got in my Lews LFS Speed Spool last week and fished with it Saturday. I wasn't thrilled with my purchase at all and I really wanted to be. It wasn't nearly as smooth as I was expecting and I could hear the gears the whole time I was winding. Did I just get a bad reel or are they not as good as I was hoping? Any suggestions on a reel under $100? I know all about the Tatulas but I have yet to see one for $89 as someone on here keeps suggesting. Are they any better than the Rvo3 SX? What is the smoothest/best reel that can be had for ~$100? Thanks. Road Warrior made a good suggestion, try to exchange the reel and see if this fixes your issue. If so that's great. If not, I would say there are better options in that range if you aren't set on Lews. I would suggest the Tatula, $89 and $99 isn't that far apart and I've paid $99 for all of my Tatulas. Keep in mind,MSRP on that Tatula is $149. Awesome reels for $99. Also, that Pinnacle reel can be had on Ebay for $70, free shipping. From the reviews it sounds like a winner. I haven't owned one but looks promising in that price range . You might be able to pick up a Shimano Citica G or Citica E for around $100 on Ebay as well and I can say without a doubt both are great performing reels. Quote
Jaderose Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 BPS Pro Qualifier. Been beating mine to death for 4 years and can still throw it a mile and it's still smooth. Just clean and lube it occasionally. Quote
Allen Der Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 Pflueger supreme. just as smooth as my Revo 3 SX but a little heavier Quote
black94gt50 Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 I'd take it back and exchange it. Idk much about the new lfs lews, but I've got a handful of lews from a couple years ago, in all different models, and they all are good reels. If you exchange it and are still unhappy, look on eBay for a tatula, or keep an eye on the flea market for a used citica e. I've used a citica e on my squarebill rod for 3-4 years now and it's a super tough, user friendly reel. It just keeps on going and going. Quote
black94gt50 Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 And like others said, pro qualifier will always be a d**n good bang for the buck, especially when they go on sale for 79.99. That's another reel that I've used for years, and been rough on. Never had issue. Quote
BIGGEORGIADAWG Posted July 28, 2015 Author Posted July 28, 2015 Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I am sending the LFS back, might try another one in the future. I have a serious "can't wait" problem so I bought a Cabelas Arachnid I found new on eBay for $110 and free shipping. Hoping it'll be what I want and if not, I'll return it and will have learned my lesson next time and go do more hands-on research to make sure I'm getting the real I want. Lol Quote
DaleGribble Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 I haven't been impressed with my LFS speed spool either. Been pretty picky so far with weights of lures it will throw. I may be in the same boat, try one more then try something else. Loved my other less though Quote
Super User FishTank Posted July 29, 2015 Super User Posted July 29, 2015 I would exchange it and try again. That reel has always received high praise. You might also clean and re-lube it. It seems that every new reel is either without oil and grease or it is overloaded. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted July 29, 2015 Posted July 29, 2015 Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I am sending the LFS back, might try another one in the future. I have a serious "can't wait" problem so I bought a Cabelas Arachnid I found new on eBay for $110 and free shipping. Hoping it'll be what I want and if not, I'll return it and will have learned my lesson next time and go do more hands-on research to make sure I'm getting the real I want. LolI think you'll love the Arachnid. It's a Tatula Type-R on steroids. For $110 you can't beat that. 1 Quote
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.