Spinning Reel Suggestions

[rtwvumtneer6]

It's been quite a few years since I've bought a spinning reel.  When I got into casting gear the spinning rods took a back seat, and when I needed them what I have was "good enough to get by".  Now, I'm finding myself in more situations where it is a necessary tool. 

 

I'm looking for something durable that won't wear me out if it's in my hand all day.  It will be a braid to fluoro leader set up.  I'm putting most of my budget into the rod so let's say $100 max for the reel.  

 

Suggestions? 

[zell_pop1]

The Daiwa Eliminator 2500 I recently bought is a solid reel. Retail is $79.99, pretty good for an aluminum reel(I actually got mine on Amazon new in box for $55 listed as used like new).

[jbsoonerfan]

You will find a TON of good spinning reels for $100 or less.

[jakkbauer]

Spend more and get a stradic ci4 2500 and never look back

[Tizi]

I’m really liking my Fuego LT reels.  Solid reel.

[Fishes in trees]

I've somewhat upgraded my spinning reel collection in the past few years.  I've found the Pflueger president to be a good reel for me, as well as some mid-range Shimano and Diawa reels.  I got a Shimano Nasci last year and fished with it some.  What I didn't notice when I got it was that it didn't have anent-reverse switch, i.e. anti-reverse is always on and you can't switch it off.  I don't like that - there are situations where I want to turn it off and back reel.   Talking to the guys at Rogers, they mentioned that this was common on many new reels and that the drags were so good an anti-reverse switch was unnecessary.  Well, I'd scuffed up the reel enough that I didn't feel right returning it and it does fish good, BUT I like an anti-reverse switch.  If this is an issue to you, take a moment and check prior to purchase.  I still fish with the Nasci, because it is an upgrade to what I had, but I'd like it better if it had that switch.

[greentrout]

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good fishing ...

[zell_pop1]

1 hour ago, Fishes in trees said:

I've somewhat upgraded my spinning reel collection in the past few years.  I've found the Pflueger president to be a good reel for me, as well as some mid-range Shimano and Diawa reels.  I got a Shimano Nasci last year and fished with it some.  What I didn't notice when I got it was that it didn't have anent-reverse switch, i.e. anti-reverse is always on and you can't switch it off.  I don't like that - there are situations where I want to turn it off and back reel.   Talking to the guys at Rogers, they mentioned that this was common on many new reels and that the drags were so good an anti-reverse switch was unnecessary.  Well, I'd scuffed up the reel enough that I didn't feel right returning it and it does fish good, BUT I like an anti-reverse switch.  If this is an issue to you, take a moment and check prior to purchase.  I still fish with the Nasci, because it is an upgrade to what I had, but I'd like it better if it had that switch.

The Daiwa Eliminator I bought is new and has the switch.

[ike8120]

I just purchased a KK Sharky lll 1000 and it is a nice reel for under 50 bucks. I also have a Diawa Sienna 1000 it was 30 bucks. I will probably be brand bashed, but I do like my KK much better.

[deadadrift89]

I've got a couple Pflueger Supreme 30X that I really like. 

 

[iabass8]

Really like the Fuego LT so far. 

[Allen Der]

Pflueger supreme or president XT

[AlTheFisherman313]

I realize this is a saltwater reel, but so far I have been using penn battle 2 series reels. Rock solid look at some reviews, they go from 1000-8000 and are really affordable right now. I own a 2500 and a 3000, which may be overkill for your needs, but we have pike in my area and those suckers will hit anything a bass will pretty much so I am forced to use braid and leaders in those situations, have 10 on the 2500, 15 on the 3000 and 30 on the other 3000 thats more for piking though

[NYWayfarer]

Lew’s Mach II metal speed spin. Aluminum framed spinning reel, 10 bearing system, 6.2:1 gear ratio (Over 30” per turn) with Winn grip knob.

 

On sale at tackle warehouse now for $49.99 normally $79.99 

 

2 seasons under it’s belt and mine is still going strong.

[Boomstick]

I've had a Daiwa BG for a couple seasons now. I highly doubt you'll find a better spinning reel for $100 or less, good drag, smooth as c an be, nice larger diameter spool that doesn't lose loops and they're known for their durability.

[AlTheFisherman313]

The last 2 suggestions are awesome reels also. You can’t go wrong with any of those three. 

[Shimano_1]

Pflueger president reels are solid and have their reputation for a reason.  Buddy has the fuego lt and it's a solid reel as well.  I'll eventually have a cple stradic reels but for now my presidents do the job I ask of them and have held up for a few years now

[bowhunter63]

Lews orange crush, Fast light and a great drag.

[soflabasser]

Shimano and Penn make good spinning reels that are under $100.

[Brendan Roll]

I recently bought my dad a Shimano Sedona in size 1000 and he absolutely loves it. It costs $69 at Cabela's but I am sure you can find it for cheaper at different places or just find a coupon. I have fished with him when he uses it and can I say, it does cast a mile. He is not much of a pro at all, more of a beginner than anything, and he can still make on target casts with it. Although, I don't know how well braid would work because he is using mono. Overall great real though.

 

Hope you find your ideal reel!

~Brendan

On 6/1/2019 at 11:19 PM, Allen Der said:

Pflueger supreme or president XT

I have also heard from some good buddy's that the president line reels is fantastic. The president is just $49.99 which I heard completely excels in the water. The President XT sells for $79.99. The XT is lighter and looks a lot cooler. I'm sure it has more perks over the regular president but I do not know them. They are both very solid reels.

 

Good Luck

~Brendan

[Black Hawk Basser]

This may be a tad over $100, but my most recent spinning reel purchase is a Quantum Smoke Speed Freak (36" IPT), size 30.

 

I'll throw in another vote for the President or President XT.  I had a President reel from 2002 to 2015 that was still working great until a catfish dragged it into the gravel pit, never to be seen again on dry land.  I use Presidents for almost all of my ice and panfishing.

 

I've had a Daiwa Legalis that I liked a lot but have since worn it out.  The only thing about that I didn't care for was that the bail shut on me sometimes while trying to cast.

[WRB]

Over 50 year period I have owned 3 spinning reel brands and models and they all still work good but retired the 1st 2. 

Zebco Cardinal 4 for 20 years, retired.

Daiwa TD SS1300 for 10 years, retired.

Shimano Stratic 1000 & 2500 sizes for 20 years, currently still using.

My point is good quality spinning reels don't wear out with minimum maintence. Buy the best quality you can afford. Daiwa and Shimano both make excellent spinning reels within your budget.

Tom

 

[evilcatfish]

Several of the Daiwa LT reels are <$100 and my experiences have been great with them. That said, I know the similarly priced Shimano offerings are also nice. 

[MrSmitty]

Daiwa BG for around $80-85 is an awesome spinning reel 

[TBAG]

You can't go wrong with either a Daiwa or Shimano.