SSUfishing_dwhite Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 I am looking to add another spinning set up to my collection and I was wondering (to those who have used one or have one) what you thought of the Quantum Energy Pti-b (the E30) performance and drag capabilities. If you have any other recommendations that would be appreciated. I was even looking at the Shimano Saros F. Anyway i'm looking to stay under the $200 dollar range. thanks Quote
Super User Grey Wolf Posted May 10, 2011 Super User Posted May 10, 2011 I have the e20 reel and find it to be a very capable reel , just a little heavy but it gets the job done. A very good drag. Quote
SSUfishing_dwhite Posted May 10, 2011 Author Posted May 10, 2011 I have the e20 reel and find it to be a very capable reel , just a little heavy but it gets the job done. A very good drag. [/quot Thanks, I'm definitely considering it Quote
Bassfisherman94 Posted May 11, 2011 Posted May 11, 2011 I have the Catalyst in the 20 size, basically the same reel and the Energy. I love the Catalyst and haven't had any problems with it at all, great smooth drag! Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted May 11, 2011 Super User Posted May 11, 2011 Stradic CI4 http://www.tackletour.com/reviewchimanostradicci4pg4.html Quote
Super User KYntucky Warmouth Posted May 11, 2011 Super User Posted May 11, 2011 I have a Pti-a 30 I'd sell you, it's used but in pretty good shape. I like the energy spinning reels. They feel solid and have a really good drag Quote
SSUfishing_dwhite Posted May 12, 2011 Author Posted May 12, 2011 I have a Pti-a 30 I'd sell you, it's used but in pretty good shape. I like the energy spinning reels. They feel solid and have a really good drag How much were you thinking? Quote
SSUfishing_dwhite Posted May 12, 2011 Author Posted May 12, 2011 I have a Pti-a 30 I'd sell you, it's used but in pretty good shape. I like the energy spinning reels. They feel solid and have a really good drag Could you attach a pic as well, thanks Quote
Super User KYntucky Warmouth Posted May 12, 2011 Super User Posted May 12, 2011 it has a few battle scars. I'd take 80 for it. Quote
ChiCityBasser Posted May 12, 2011 Posted May 12, 2011 I have a Catalyst PTi-A and B 20 as well as a Kinetic PTi-B 20 and the drags on all of them work great. I caught the fish in my signature which was 5lbs. on the Kinetic on 6# test Cajun line and the drag worked great. The Energy would be a couple steps up from the PT reels I have but I'm sure the drag would be great as well. Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted May 12, 2011 Super User Posted May 12, 2011 Quantums have great drags, my cabo 30 has handled dozens of fish well over 20# where other reels of the same class have a bit more difficulty. One of the best in it's price range. Quantums get a lot attention down here. Quote
Stingray23 Posted May 13, 2011 Posted May 13, 2011 I have a bunch of the Energy PTi along with Catalysts and Tour Editions and they've all been nothing but great. Quote
Canga Posted May 14, 2011 Posted May 14, 2011 i have (well its my brother-in-laws, but he doesnt use it as much as i do) a catalyst ptib 20, very smooth reel with a pretty nice drag, the only problem i have had with it is in cold weather the anti-reverse works about 20% of the time, otherwise it spins backwards on a hookset about a turn and a half before it catches. the reel works fantastic in warmer weather, but based on that, and the fact that about half the fishing in wisconsin is in cold weather, i wouldnt get another. also, for the price of an energy (retail, anyways) take a look at the new supreme xt pflueger, couple ounces lighter, just as smooth, and a great drag as well. Quote
SSUfishing_dwhite Posted March 3, 2013 Author Posted March 3, 2013 went with the pfluger president works great caught tons of fish on it and affordable. thanks for the advice Quote
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