Pro Logcatcher Posted July 23, 2017 Posted July 23, 2017 Any recommendations for a good spinning reel? I mainly use spinning rods when fishing soft plastics, so maybe something with a lower gear ratio? Also, while I'm asking, I am making my own lures. I need a source of good cheap silicon, if anyone knows any suppliers. Quote
Super User Jig Man Posted July 23, 2017 Super User Posted July 23, 2017 I like Shimanos in the 2500 size. 1 Quote
Fishin' Fool Posted July 23, 2017 Posted July 23, 2017 1 hour ago, Jig Man said: I like Shimanos in the 2500 size. I'll further expand, Shimano Stradic in the 2500 size. 1 Quote
PatrickKnight Posted July 24, 2017 Posted July 24, 2017 Stradic FK 3000 or Daiwa Ballistic 2500 Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted July 24, 2017 Posted July 24, 2017 Pflueger president is arguably the best bang for the buck. 4 Quote
Super User MickD Posted July 24, 2017 Super User Posted July 24, 2017 One can often find the past models of the Pfluegers on Ebay or big box stores on sale, too. I have the Patriarch which I got for about 50% and it is a very nice reel. Stradics are very nice, but you won't find many deals on them. If I were to buy a reel right now, I'd look for discount Pfluegers. Quote
Super User Crestliner2008 Posted July 24, 2017 Super User Posted July 24, 2017 Another vote for the President! Great reels. You can spend a lot more but it's doubtful you will experience better performance. I've switched from the Shimano's to Pfluegers. I'm very pleased. Quote
Super User Bankbeater Posted July 24, 2017 Super User Posted July 24, 2017 I have three president reels. Very good reels. Never had any issues with them. Quote
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