Which reel?

[CameronB521]

I want a cheap new reel for bass. I’m looking at the 13 source k 2000, and the penn wrath 2500. I’m not sure which one to go with.

[STPC]

Never used either of the two reels mentioned.  I did have an old Okuma Avenger 2500 and it lasted almost 8 years with zero trouble...it was lost while I was moving.  The only maintenance it ever saw was a drop or two of oil in the spring and fall. They can be found for around $40 which I would consider budget friendly.

[BrianMDTX]

Not sure what your parameters are for "cheap", but an inexpensive reel that's a stellar performer IMO is a Daiwa Revros LT2500. $49.99 at most places. 

[Mobasser]

Shimano Sienna-

2500. Cost around 29.95

[FishTank]

Not heard of the two you mentioned and also not sure how cheap you want to go. But when it comes to sub $100 reels, the Shimano Sahara is hard to beat.

[BrianMDTX]

1 hour ago, Mobasser said:

Shimano Sienna-

2500. Cost around 29.95

I have one of those as well. I like the Revros more, but it’s still a decent reel. Running 20 lb. braid and 6 lb leader on it at the moment. 

[MN Fisher]

It's a shame that Mitchell discontinued the Avocet RZT - I picked up four of them when they went on clearance and they've been amazing. I'd class them as equivalent to a President XT...and yes, I have one of those as well.

 

If you can find one for less than the last retail of $40, grab it...it fishes well above that price-point.

Make sure it's the RZT and not the RZ - there is a difference.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

13 makes some good rods at the lower price points, but they're spinning reels haven't been very good at any price point.  Penn has done great job in the past few years with the SpinFishers/Slammers and Conflicts, not so sure about the reels under the Fierce. 

Honestly it comes down to Shimano or Daiwa.  I think you get more with a Daiwa overall until you spend $150 or more and then they're pretty even.  The Regal is an awesome reel for $50, its close to 2 ounces heavier then the Sedona or Sahara which cost at least $20 more. 

[Boomstick]

18 minutes ago, GetFishorDieTryin said:

The Regal is an awesome reel for $50, its close to 2 ounces heavier then the Sedona or Sahara which cost at least $20 more.

My youngest son has a Regal, it really is a good reel no doubt. It's sort of like the BG on a budget.

 

If you can swing it (or maybe find a deal, I got mine for $70 not counting the $30 on Amazon points I had on my card), get the Daiwa BG. That is a killer reel for the price but still retails for $100.

[NYWayfarer]

My current favorite cheap reel under $40 is the Abu Garcia MaxZ spinning reel. A Walmart exclusive in sizes from 10-40.

 

8 bearings and 14 lbs of drag. No anti reverse switch.

[bulldog1935]

One thing to keep in mind is many reels at that price point won't have main bearings, with their main gears instead riding on plastic "bushings" that are part of the plastic side plates - this includes Shimano and Penn.  

Don't be fooled by new-box-smooth.  

Any reel that includes a main bearing at this price point is a step up in service life.  

 

Here's a Tica Samira $50 loss leader on Amazon

10 ball bearings and worm drive.  

Capacity is just right for 10-lb mono/fluoro, great line management, ball-bearing line roller.  (I like Tica's line roller better than Stella's)

Optional anti-reverse and instant roller-bearing clutch.  

SAMIRA-SAAT – Tica Fishing Tackle (ticaamerica.com)

Tica started up with offshore conventional reels in 1960 - their reels are built to last, and they build a good portion of Daiwa's reels.  

Note it will feel a little stiff out of the box and will run in by the time you spool it.  

[Ben77]

Get the Diawa BG 2500 it's a fantastic reel!