Looking for recommendations

[Shifty06]

So I had a bass pro fiasco this weekend, not happy won’t be doing much of, if any business there anymore. Long story short was trying to place my second order Monday when my account locked up, all I could do everything except add things to my shopping cart an check out, not only did I miss Monday sales, my order from last Friday (Black Friday was cancelled as well) Anyway 2 missed orders 2 calls plus multiple chats with bass pro My account is working again. 

 

So I had a Johnny Morris spinning reel ordered in a 2xxx series for $69 was going to go on a Medium Light rod I have. What would be a good alternative to this reel comparable fit, finish wise? I am not brand loyal I’ve been trying to get all samples of the kool-aid before drinking any 1 flavor. Not many requirements this will be on a dedicated finesse rod. Just wanting to know who makes a good

comparable reel that would be on par with this one I missed. 
 

fwiw I have a lot of casting reels only 1 quality spinning reel, A lews 3000 series. Out of the casting reels (shimano, Lews, Diawa, Abu.) I’m really liking my Tatula type-R. Still not making any conclusions yet. So the only other consideration I would say would be any other than a Lews nothing against them just wanting to try more brands 

 

Thanks, Shifty 

[NorthernBasser]

Great reel that should be priced higher IMO.

 

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-PFLGRREELS.html?from=basres

 

Heard good things about the XT as well.

 

 

[jimmyjoe]

   Personally, I would step up to a Shimano NASCI 2500. It retails  for $100. Check sale prices. The under-$100 sector of the market is an intensely competitive bracket, and one that I'd prefer to stay away from. The 100 mark, however, starts to get into some stuff that's consistent, reliable and not too clunky. If you like Daiwa reels, look at the BG2500. And you mentioned a Lew's spinner. Why not get another Lew's? They've always had excellent customer service.

   Several ways you can go here.       jj

[Shifty06]

On 12/4/2019 at 8:32 PM, NorthernBasser said:

Great reel that should be priced higher IMO.

 

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Pflueger_President_Spinning_Reel/descpage-PPSS.html

 

Heard good things about the XT as well.

 

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Pflueger_President_XT_Spinning_Reel/descpage-PRS.html

Kinda Forgot about Pflueger reels, thanks for reminding me about them. I have always heard good things about them.

 

On 12/4/2019 at 8:48 PM, jimmyjoe said:

   Personally, I would step up to a Shimano NASCI 2500. It retails  for $100. Check sale prices. The under-$100 sector of the market is an intensely competitive bracket, and one that I'd prefer to stay away from. The 100 mark, however, starts to get into some stuff that's consistent, reliable and not too clunky. If you like Daiwa reels, look at the BG2500. And you mentioned a Lew's spinner. Why not get another Lew's? They've always had excellent customer service.

   Several ways you can go here.       jj

Yeah I just want to try a sample of what is out there. Case in point I Have several Abu reels an was a die hard Abu fan. Had on older cheaper Diawa I didn't really care for. But took the advice of another forum member an tried a Type-R. I was pretty skeptical at first but after about an 1hr casting in the yard I really started to grow fond of it. Now I can't cast that reel the farthest that award goes to my Abu (now I know several factors come into play on that) I donlt think its the smoothest either. But I just like the way it fits my hand, Seems like I set the backlash adjustment an its always spot on after that consistent, just a reel that I really enjoy can't really put a finger on why I like it so much it does have down falls but its one that I pick up an makes me happy. Guess my point is I wouldn't have known if it wasn't for getting out an trying something new. 

Really appreciate your input an your spot on with lews I really like both casting (haven't had much time with but really liking), an spinning reel I have. 

[browne762]

I have a handful of the Shimano Sahara reels and I like and recommend them. They are normally $80 when not on sale. I think they only or at least the main difference between the Sahara and Nasci is that the Nasci has "core protect" and the Sahara does not. 

[mc6524]

I have both models of the Pflueger reels and love them