Dean_S Posted May 8, 2019 Posted May 8, 2019 What are your thoughts on these three Lew's baitcasting reels? 1) Lew's Jason Christie Laser LZR Speed Spool 7bb, 6.8:1 gear ratio 2) Lew's Mark Rose Speed Spool 5bb, 7.1:1 gear ratio 3) Lew's Xfinity Speed Spool SLP 8bb, 7.5:1 gear ratio Are any of these reels robust enough to handle a 6'6" heavy action Ugly Stik with 50# braid? 1 Quote
moguy1973 Posted May 8, 2019 Posted May 8, 2019 I'd skip all those as when it comes to bait casters usually you get what you pay for. I'd put a few bucks more out there and get a Speed Spool LFS $99 shipped on TW. 1 Quote
Dean_S Posted May 8, 2019 Author Posted May 8, 2019 I would love too. I however am still unemployed and on a tight budget. I'll have to work on it.... Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted May 8, 2019 Super User Posted May 8, 2019 I have to agree with the 99$ Lfs. Quote
Flatrock Posted May 9, 2019 Posted May 9, 2019 I love my LFS... so much so that I purchased the Tourney MB which is as nice if not even better. 1 Quote
LionHeart Posted May 9, 2019 Posted May 9, 2019 PSA to guys suggesting the LFS, the Tournament MB is $99 on Ebay, and a decent step better. Quote
Super User Catt Posted May 9, 2019 Super User Posted May 9, 2019 LFS is $99.99 everyday at Academy with no shipping ? 2 Quote
Super User NYWayfarer Posted May 9, 2019 Super User Posted May 9, 2019 16 hours ago, Dean_S said: What are your thoughts on these three Lew's baitcasting reels? 1) Lew's Jason Christie Laser LZR Speed Spool 7bb, 6.8:1 gear ratio 2) Lew's Mark Rose Speed Spool 5bb, 7.1:1 gear ratio 3) Lew's Xfinity Speed Spool SLP 8bb, 7.5:1 gear ratio Are any of these reels robust enough to handle a 6'6" heavy action Ugly Stik with 50# braid? I have the Mark Rose Speed Spool. Got on clearance for $30 cracked clamshell packaging. It's a decent reel that I caught my biggest Smallmouth of 2018 with. Comparing it to the Lew's LFS, Tournament MB and Mach 1 and Mach Crush baitcasters I have is not fair. It's a budget reel and feels like one. Out of the three reels you mention I would go with the Xfinity Speed Spool. The Green one is a budget version of the Mach 1 and the Orange one is a budget Crush (even has the Winn Grip knobs) 3 Quote
LionHeart Posted May 9, 2019 Posted May 9, 2019 12 hours ago, Catt said: LFS is $99.99 everyday at Academy with no shipping ? There is a life lesson there 1 Quote
Manly Studson Posted May 10, 2019 Posted May 10, 2019 I don’t purchase budget casting reels anymore, but I do purchase budget spinning reels (e.g., President or Sienna). At $99 the Lew’s Speed Spool LFS isn’t “budget,” though some fishermen may consider it inexpensive. It is worth the money. But if you don’t have a casting reel, then a “budget” reel works. My first casting reel was an Abu Garcia Silver Max. When I eventually bought the LFS, I stopped using the Silver Max. But the Silver Max worked well enough. I’d purchase whichever reel fits your budget, has the best reviews, and has the desired gear ratio. A good budget reel should last a few seasons. 1 Quote
Super User Catt Posted May 10, 2019 Super User Posted May 10, 2019 On 5/8/2019 at 3:38 PM, Dean_S said: What are your thoughts on these three Lew's baitcasting reels? 1) Lew's Jason Christie Laser LZR Speed Spool 7bb, 6.8:1 gear ratio 2) Lew's Mark Rose Speed Spool 5bb, 7.1:1 gear ratio 3) Lew's Xfinity Speed Spool SLP 8bb, 7.5:1 gear ratio Are any of these reels robust enough to handle a 6'6" heavy action Ugly Stik with 50# braid? While I have no experience with any of these reels I do have experience with Lew's American Hero & Laser TXS. I'm pretty sure they are the same reels just dressed up differently or extremely similar. Based on my experience with the American Hero & Laser TXS any of your 3 would be good reels for any technique. The Ugly Stik's history speak for itself ? 2 Quote
Super User NYWayfarer Posted May 10, 2019 Super User Posted May 10, 2019 12 hours ago, Manly Studson said: I don’t purchase budget casting reels anymore, but I do purchase budget spinning reels (e.g., President or Sienna). At $99 the Lew’s Speed Spool LFS isn’t “budget,” though some fishermen may consider it inexpensive. It is worth the money. But if you don’t have a casting reel, then a “budget” reel works. My first casting reel was an Abu Garcia Silver Max. When I eventually bought the LFS, I stopped using the Silver Max. But the Silver Max worked well enough. I’d purchase whichever reel fits your budget, has the best reviews, and has the desired gear ratio. A good budget reel should last a few seasons. I agree the LFS is worth the $99 price tag however it does go on sale from time to time. I got mine for less than $70 on sale at DSG last year. As far as budget spinning reels I would recommend the Lew's Mach 2 Metal Speed Spin It has a $79 retail price but can be found for as low as $50 on sale most days ($44 at Outfitters Warehouse). For that price you get a whole lot of reel for basically what you pay for a Pflueger President (which I also own) Aluminum framed reel. 6.2:1 gear ratio Winn Grip knob 10 bearing system Braid ready spool 1 Quote
Triwbass33 Posted May 10, 2019 Posted May 10, 2019 Guys get online Sheltonsclothing.com sell lfs every day for75.00 all day long Quote
Dean_S Posted May 10, 2019 Author Posted May 10, 2019 Would you jump on the Lew's Orange Crush Speed Spool for $110? Or is the Tournament MB at $110 a better option? Quote
moguy1973 Posted May 10, 2019 Posted May 10, 2019 4 hours ago, NYWayfarer said: I agree the LFS is worth the $99 price tag however it does go on sale from time to time. I got mine for less than $70 on sale at DSG last year. That it does. I think I got mine for like $65 on TW for their 25 days of Christmas sales a couple years ago. 1 Quote
Super User NYWayfarer Posted May 10, 2019 Super User Posted May 10, 2019 27 minutes ago, Dean_S said: Would you jump on the Lew's Orange Crush Speed Spool for $110? Or is the Tournament MB at $110 a better option? I have both reels. The aluminum framed Tournament MB for $110 is the better deal. The Crush is an amazing baitcaster but it has a graphite frame. The higher retail cost comes from the oversized Winn Grip knobs. Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted May 10, 2019 Super User Posted May 10, 2019 39 minutes ago, Dean_S said: Would you jump on the Lew's Orange Crush Speed Spool for $110? Or is the Tournament MB at $110 a better option? I would never buy any reel from any company that had a composite frame of any type. Quote
Swhitefishing26 Posted July 3, 2019 Posted July 3, 2019 I have the xfinity orange version and can say this reel has the same feel as my mach II. Yes it is a budget reel but it is built with quality components. Lews is a company that wants a quality rep. I caught a 7 lber last week with no problem on this reel. 1 Quote
Shimano_1 Posted July 3, 2019 Posted July 3, 2019 I dont buy casting reels with graphite frames. Used to and had to replace them every year or 2. Look around and you can find the speed spool for 80 bucks. Revo x can be had for 75 also and is a fine reel. I understand the budget but 50 or 60 for a year or 2 vs 75 for 5 plus years...easy decision. I recently scored a lews tournament mb for 67 bucks new on Ebay. Haven't seen them for that price since but just look around. Especially right now lots of sales goin on Quote
Mikeltee Posted July 3, 2019 Posted July 3, 2019 I would wait for something decent to pop up on the classifieds or your craigslist. Those reels wont last. Quote
Super User Deleted account Posted July 3, 2019 Super User Posted July 3, 2019 On 5/10/2019 at 1:39 PM, dodgeguy said: I would never buy any reel from any company that had a composite frame of any type. LOL Quote
Super User dodgeguy Posted July 3, 2019 Super User Posted July 3, 2019 4 minutes ago, BassWhole! said: LOL Why is that funny? Many would agree. Quote
Swhitefishing26 Posted July 5, 2019 Posted July 5, 2019 On 5/8/2019 at 4:38 PM, Dean_S said: What are your thoughts on these three Lew's baitcasting reels? 1) Lew's Jason Christie Laser LZR Speed Spool 7bb, 6.8:1 gear ratio 2) Lew's Mark Rose Speed Spool 5bb, 7.1:1 gear ratio 3) Lew's Xfinity Speed Spool SLP 8bb, 7.5:1 gear ratio Are any of these reels robust enough to handle a 6'6" heavy action Ugly Stik with 50# braid? Dean DSG also has a budget reel from Lews. the Carbonfire and they also have a rod that goes with it. I own 4 of the rods and they're solid rods. Quote
L M Posted May 2, 2021 Posted May 2, 2021 Love my LPS XF1SH. Cleaning it, took it apart, got distracted, need schematic to put it back together. Does anyone have it? 3 minutes ago, L M said: Love my SLP XF1SH. Cleaning it, took it apart, got distracted, need schematic to put it back together. Does anyone have it? Quote
jeffo21 Posted May 2, 2021 Posted May 2, 2021 LM have you looked at lews website? if its not there call lews service they would probably email you one. Those guys are very helpful Quote
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