Super User retiredbosn Posted January 16, 2009 Super User Posted January 16, 2009 I have the Fritts reel from BPS and like it a lot. Can't say how they compare to the $200 reels as I've never used one. I know how they compare to some of the 100-150 range reels, and the Fritts reel is as good as any I've tried. Some people don't like the dual pawl anti-reverse, but for a cb reel the anti-reverse is fine. The one with the 6.2 speed has true instant anti-reverse, which will serve you better in certain applications, ie worming, jigging, soft plastics. The design of the reel results in really long casts, I'm nowhere near an expert but my own casting immediately improved a lot. Don't let your budget deter you, there are true deals out there. BTW most BPS reels have high quality stainless steel ball bearings, solid aluminum frames, etc. Anyway most companies farm out the manufacturing of the reels, and the number of actual factories producing reels are few. Do your research and find the company that makes Diawa, quantum, shimano, whatever, and then buy one of their private labels that have the same construction as the high dollar reel you want. IMO at the end of the day what makes a shimano or a diawa is the sticker on the reel not what is inside it or who made it, many times the actual manufacturer is a mystery. There are other reels made with the same components, in the same factory that are less expensive to buy.
BassBandit35 Posted January 16, 2009 Posted January 16, 2009 Anyway most companies farm out the manufacturing of the reels, and the number of actual factories producing reels are few. Do your research and find the company that makes Diawa, quantum, shimano, whatever, and then buy one of their private labels that have the same construction as the high dollar reel you want. IMO at the end of the day what makes a shimano or a diawa is the sticker on the reel not what is inside it or who made it, many times the actual manufacturer is a mystery. There are other reels made with the same components, in the same factory that are less expensive to buy. Yes! You stated it better than I could. That's exactly what I've been trying tell people on this forum but they just don't get it. Just obsessed with stickers on their reels.
Super User burleytog Posted January 17, 2009 Super User Posted January 17, 2009 Do your research and find the company that makes Diawa, quantum, shimano, whatever, and then buy one of their private labels that have the same construction as the high dollar reel you want. IMO at the end of the day what makes a shimano or a diawa is the sticker on the reel not what is inside it or who made it, many times the actual manufacturer is a mystery. There are other reels made with the same components, in the same factory that are less expensive to buy. I'll tell you the companies that make them. Daiwa and Shimano. :
BassBandit35 Posted January 17, 2009 Posted January 17, 2009 Do your research and find the company that makes Diawa, quantum, shimano, whatever, and then buy one of their private labels that have the same construction as the high dollar reel you want. IMO at the end of the day what makes a shimano or a diawa is the sticker on the reel not what is inside it or who made it, many times the actual manufacturer is a mystery. There are other reels made with the same components, in the same factory that are less expensive to buy. I'll tell you the companies that make them. Quantum. :
Super User burleytog Posted January 17, 2009 Super User Posted January 17, 2009 Do your research and find the company that makes Diawa, quantum, shimano, whatever, and then buy one of their private labels that have the same construction as the high dollar reel you want. IMO at the end of the day what makes a shimano or a diawa is the sticker on the reel not what is inside it or who made it, many times the actual manufacturer is a mystery. There are other reels made with the same components, in the same factory that are less expensive to buy. I'll tell you the companies that make them. Quantum. : Try Zebco.
BassBandit35 Posted January 17, 2009 Posted January 17, 2009 Aw I didn't mean to hurt your feelings. :'(
Captain Obvious Posted January 17, 2009 Author Posted January 17, 2009 If what bassbandit35 says is true then I'm going with Acadia. If you don't know who that is check out there website www. Acadia sports.com. There a company that buys rods and reels from the same factories that make daiwas and shimano, the difference, they sell them for a much lower price. I had almost made up my mind to buy the BPS extremes, But I would like it if some of you guys check out the website and told me what you think about their reels, thanks for all the info I'm learning a lot
Super User firefightn15 Posted January 17, 2009 Super User Posted January 17, 2009 I don't know if we can help anymore. There's four pages of opinions all ready. This idea of slapping a name on reel is more than just that. It's the service you get after you buy, and just because brand X is built identical to the more expensive name brand, that don't make them the same. The cheaper brand X most likely has inferior components. Gears, drag systems, bearings, etc. That's it for me. Goodluck. BTW, I know you are looking to get the best bang for your buck, and I honestly believe you were headed in the right direction the first time around. Someone's been a bit bucky the last few days and there has been a bit of a carry over from another thread which has muddled this discussion a little. I really do hope whatever you get works for ya!
Super User roadwarrior Posted January 17, 2009 Super User Posted January 17, 2009 I don't know if we can help anymore. There's four pages of opinions all ready... I really do hope whatever you get works for ya! This seems like the right closing post. Goodnight Irene. -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior Global moderator
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