S I G M A Posted November 16, 2007 Posted November 16, 2007 I was fortunate enough to snag a St Croix Avid AC70MHF for fishing jigs and worms and now i need to get a new reel for it. anyone have any suggestions on a good reel for under or around $100? Quote
Jake. Posted November 16, 2007 Posted November 16, 2007 Abu Garcia Revo S Shimano Citca just a couple of suggestions.... Quote
Terry_ Posted November 16, 2007 Posted November 16, 2007 You can pick up a ABU Revo S for that price. I bought one last spring. It's been a great reel, very smooth and dependable. Gonna be tough to decide though there are so many good reels to choose from. GOOD LUCK Quote
S I G M A Posted November 16, 2007 Author Posted November 16, 2007 i know... so many choices... so much money i can't be spending... Quote
Super User David P Posted November 16, 2007 Super User Posted November 16, 2007 Citica 100DSV if you have smaller hands, or Citica 200 if you have bigger hands. Both can be had for $100. By far best deal for $100. Quote
Guest muddy Posted November 16, 2007 Posted November 16, 2007 Pflueger Trion NSLP 99 bucks! 8-) Quote
BucketmouthAngler13 Posted November 16, 2007 Posted November 16, 2007 Abu Garcia Revo S Awsome reels! Quote
Indianafisherman Posted November 16, 2007 Posted November 16, 2007 BPS Rick Clunn Sig. Series. $100 Quote
S I G M A Posted November 16, 2007 Author Posted November 16, 2007 i'm leaning towards a revo s at this time... i somehow talked the girlfriend into buying it for me for christmas Quote
S I G M A Posted November 16, 2007 Author Posted November 16, 2007 i lied... i was actually thinking about the revo sc but i'm not sure if i need that fast of a gear ratio for fishing worms and jigs Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted November 16, 2007 Super User Posted November 16, 2007 Shimano Citica Quote
Super User Raul Posted November 16, 2007 Super User Posted November 16, 2007 i lied... i was actually thinking about the revo sc but i'm not sure if i need that fast of a gear ratio for fishing worms and jigs Dude, the speed of the worm or jig is determined on how many times you hop the bait in a period of time, in other words, it 's dones with the rod but reeling in the slack line to maintain contact with your bait after every hop is something that 's done with the reel, for jigs & worms get the fastest reel you can. Quote
S I G M A Posted November 16, 2007 Author Posted November 16, 2007 hmm.... in that case i'm definately leaning towards the revo sc Quote
Super User Tin Posted November 16, 2007 Super User Posted November 16, 2007 Revo, hands down. They are great and like Raul said think about what you do when you are fishing a worm or jig. More about working the bait then reeling it in. Quote
Super User .dsaavedra. Posted November 17, 2007 Super User Posted November 17, 2007 gotta go with the citica dawg! 6.2:1 gear ratio = good for worming/jigging....thats what i use mine for : citica (any model) $100 free shipping at www.deloscustomtackleshack.com Quote
S I G M A Posted November 17, 2007 Author Posted November 17, 2007 how come cabelas and bass pro shops carry the citica at 119? Quote
Super User .dsaavedra. Posted November 17, 2007 Super User Posted November 17, 2007 cuz they suck:) no but seriously, 119.99 is the MSRP but delos carries them for cheaper AND free shipping. if you ever consider picking a reel up, check delos first cuz they are good w/ prices and shipping (anything over 75 gets free shipping.) Quote
Super User Maxximus Redneckus Posted November 17, 2007 Super User Posted November 17, 2007 Like Raul said the reel for fishing a worm or jig is only for slack line in between hops/shakes/jiggles/jerks and fast is best .You use your rod to work jigs and worms not ur reel Quote
S I G M A Posted November 17, 2007 Author Posted November 17, 2007 i prefer not to buy online because i like playing with it before i buy it... must be the little kid in me... Quote
ABC123 Posted November 18, 2007 Posted November 18, 2007 The $80ish to $180ish reel segment is the most competitive segment. It really comes down to a brand preference or preference of feel. You will basically be getting about the same quality per dollar in that price range in most brands. Search the internet. Most of the time people will suggest a reel in that price range becouse they are happy with it, or they are loyal to that brand. Very rarely do you find a post about NOT buying a certain reel in that price range. As alway's there are a few exceptions, but not many. If you prefer to support your local mom and pop store, then I would suggest going to them and spending some time playing with the reels, then pick one out and buy it. If you prefer to bargain shop, then I would suggest that you do the above, but stop short of buying it. Then go online and find the best deal and buy it. Quote
S I G M A Posted November 18, 2007 Author Posted November 18, 2007 ya... i think i'll end up doing that at cabelas seeing that is the closest store to where i'm at that will have a selection of reels that i can play with Quote
Cory20 Posted November 18, 2007 Posted November 18, 2007 I have a revo s and a citico 200 (both lefty). My vote is for the citica. Quote
bubbler Posted November 18, 2007 Posted November 18, 2007 diawa megaforce w/ twiching bar its like 60 bucks.....dude u gota get this reel im mlike a friggen fanatic sence i got mine for jig and worm fishing.u just push the twiching bar and it takes up 7 in of like. its a must have Quote
S I G M A Posted December 3, 2007 Author Posted December 3, 2007 well... after a trip to gander mountain in a blizzard... i ended up getting the revo... now i have to wait about 4 months before i get a chance to actually use it... :-/ Quote
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