Brian4618 Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 Im planning on stocking up before the spring and I need a new baitcaster. Looking to use what I get for cranking . Ive compared the details and specs of both reels that the catalog gave me, all i could really see is the Extreme had different braking. The Pro Qualifier appealed to me cosmetically. But the Extreme appealed because of its price difference, but I would rather spend the extra $20 for a decent reel, im tired of wasting my money on junk. I liked that the Extreme reel comes in different model that are technique specific also. I was looking for yall's opinions on both, anything specifically positive or any negative. If you have any other reels in the $110 and under range, id appreciate your suggestions. Thanks, Brian. Quote
SWMIBASSER Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 I honestly think the Pro Qualifier is worth the extra money. They are very similar in construction, with almost all parts interchanging. The PQ comes with better bearings, and IMO better ergonomics. It's just a little smaller. You could always pick up a used Revo S, and swap BPS Extreme gears in 5.4.1 into it for a centrifugal Revo for crankbaiting....Much cheaper than the Winch. Quote
central.PA.bass Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 I honestly think the Pro Qualifier is worth the extra money. They are very similar in construction, with almost all parts interchanging.The PQ comes with better bearings, and IMO better ergonomics. It's just a little smaller. You could always pick up a used Revo S, and swap BPS Extreme gears in 5.4.1 into it for a centrifugal Revo for crankbaiting....Much cheaper than the Winch. good idea! also.. pro qualifier and extreme r nice reels.. id go with a revo S though for the price you're lookin at.. im sure your gonna see 5 million people on here tell you to look at a shimano citica too Quote
Super User Goose52 Posted January 12, 2010 Super User Posted January 12, 2010 In addition to the points made by Sanother siteBASSER, the PQ has dual-braking (both magnetic and centrifugal), giving more control over all periods of the cast, while the Extreme has magnetic braking only. Well worth the price difference IMO. Also, the PQ is now available in 4.7 and 5.2 ratios, in addition to the original 6.4 and 7.1 - giving a product range nearly as broad as the Extreme. As far as other reels in the $110 or under price range - some of the other brand "posse's" will probably be along soon... : Quote
The Rooster Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 With the addition of the 4.7:1 ratio on the Pro Qualifier's side, it now covers a speed the Extreme does not. Could be useful for deep cranking and slowrolling spinnerbaits. I think both reels are excellent choices, I personally have 4 Extreme reels (one still in the box) cause I thought they were that good. But mine are the older ones before the magnetic only braking. I have the ITB braking in mine. I got 2 of the 6.4:1 ratios for general use of different baits, a 5.4:1 ratio for cranking, and a 7.1:1 ratio for jigging and worming. If I were to get new reels today I'd get the Pro Qualifier just cause it has the dual braking and it's a sharp looking reel! But for a budget, the current version of the Extreme is a good one. That's as low in the BPS line as I'd go though. Any lower and you give up the aluminum frame. Quote
Ojurb Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 i havent tried either bps reel but i will give my support on the revo s i love mine Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted January 12, 2010 Super User Posted January 12, 2010 Actually the bps extrem isn't bad for the $$$ I have one that's 2 yrs old and still works fine. Only thing is the friction adjustment knob needs to be adjusted alot compared to say, a JM model, or a higher priced reel. I'm not a big fan of magnetic brakes either.. Quote
ToledoEF Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 Id go with the pro qualifier! I have a few and really like them! Quote
bowfish12 Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 Id go with the pro qualifier! I have a few and really like them! x2 The spring classic is coming up at the end of Feb. and you will be getting that reel at 80 bucks. Quote
Boogey Man Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 Id go with the pro qualifier! I have a few and really like them! x2 The spring classic is coming up at the end of Feb. and you will be getting that reel at 80 bucks. And if they still have the reel trade in program you can probably get for even less. Quote
-nick- Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 Id go with the pro qualifier! I have a few and really like them! x2 The spring classic is coming up at the end of Feb. and you will be getting that reel at 80 bucks. At 80 dollars the PQ is a steal. It's an awesome reel for that much. I have a citica and personally for 40 dollars more it's not worth the extra money they both have very similar performances. I would wait until it is only 80 though otherwise if you were to spend 100 on it you might as well get a Citica. Quote
bowfish12 Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 Id go with the pro qualifier! I have a few and really like them! x2 The spring classic is coming up at the end of Feb. and you will be getting that reel at 80 bucks. And if they still have the reel trade in program you can probably get for even less. At $80 I'm thinking that is with the reel trade in, but they could have them on sale as well and get it for less than that. Quote
Super User K_Mac Posted January 12, 2010 Super User Posted January 12, 2010 I have three Extremes and two PQs. I think both are good reels for the money. The PQ is smoother and the dual control is great. I will be buying all PQs in the future. Just my $.02 Quote
Indiana Bass1 Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 I have both and I would take the Pro Qualifier by a mile. Gonna buy 4 more at the Spring Classic. I still like my Revo SX's better than the PQ but not enough to pay the difference. ;D Quote
hawgchaser Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 I was a huge fan of the Extremes until they went to mag. brake. I have roughly 10 of the older ones with centrifugal system. I just ordered 2 of the PQ and have not received them yet. However, I would go with the PQ for the dual braking. Quote
steezy Posted January 12, 2010 Posted January 12, 2010 The new Carbonlite reel is basically a lighter version of the Pro Qualifer, 2 oz less weight and has the same features (dual brakes) of the PQ reel. Downside is its only available in 6.4:1 ratio and costs $119 but it feels much lighter than the PQ. Quote
Super User Goose52 Posted January 13, 2010 Super User Posted January 13, 2010 The new Carbonlite reel is basically a lighter version of the Pro Qualifer, 2 oz less weight and has the same features (dual brakes) of the PQ reel. Downside is its only available in 6.4:1 ratio and costs $119 but it feels much lighter than the PQ. 6.4 works for me as an all-round reel. I'm hoping the Carbonlite goes down to about $100 during the spring sale and I will grab one to put on the MBR842 BUT, I will still be getting another PQ in 5.2:1 as well. That will give me 5 PQs... Quote
ToledoEF Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 When they are on sale I think its very tough to find a better reel for the money! Quote
Super User Goose52 Posted January 13, 2010 Super User Posted January 13, 2010 When they are on sale I think its very tough to find a better reel for the money! Let's see - aluminum frame, 7 pretty good bearings, dual braking, an increasingly good reputation - all for $80 on sale. Seems like a good value to me.... Quote
Brian4618 Posted January 13, 2010 Author Posted January 13, 2010 Thanks for all the replies/comments, im gonna go with gettin the PQ. You guys mentioned the reel-trade in, I saw this in the catalog for BPS too. Anyone ever do that before? What kinda discount should I expect at if I trade in an Ambassadeur 4600 CL3? Quote
Super User burleytog Posted January 13, 2010 Super User Posted January 13, 2010 Thanks for all the replies/comments, im gonna go with gettin the PQ. You guys mentioned the reel-trade in, I saw this in the catalog for BPS too. Anyone ever do that before? What kinda discount should I expect at if I trade in an Ambassadeur 4600 CL3? Discount is based upon the value of the reel being purchased. Quote
Super User Goose52 Posted January 13, 2010 Super User Posted January 13, 2010 Thanks for all the replies/comments, im gonna go with gettin the PQ. You guys mentioned the reel-trade in, I saw this in the catalog for BPS too. Anyone ever do that before? What kinda discount should I expect at if I trade in an Ambassadeur 4600 CL3? I think you'll like the PQ You might want to keep your Ambassadeur as a back-up reel or for another combo. If you do decide to sell it - check out the going rate on eBay - you will probably get much more for the reel in a sale on eBay or on the Flea Market on this board than as a trade-in at BPS. Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted January 13, 2010 Super User Posted January 13, 2010 I agree, keep it for a back up, you never know when you might need it.. Quote
ToledoEF Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 I am actually thinking of selling my e5 curado and my energys and pt tour to get more proqual reels! Quote
The Rooster Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 The new Carbonlite reel is basically a lighter version of the Pro Qualifer, 2 oz less weight and has the same features (dual brakes) of the PQ reel. Downside is its only available in 6.4:1 ratio and costs $119 but it feels much lighter than the PQ. Has only an 8 pound drag too, where the Pro Qualifier has a 10 pound drag. Quote
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