Cranking Reels

[GSU_LipRipper]

My current diawa cranking reel has seen better days therefore i am looking for a decent cranking reel that will get the job done nothing to fancy! Im looking in the 60 - 80 price range! Any suggestions? Im all Ears!

Thanks

-Ryan

Bass Brigade

Cast and Destroy

[hookingem]

Wrong section but a Curado 200e5 if you can find one on discount would be an excellent option!

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

You're budget's a little on the thin side for the usual suspects: Curado E5, Revo Winch, Daiwa Zillion Crazy Cranker, and Energy PT. If you want to stay with a low profile reel, the BPS Pro Qualifier come in multiple configurations and routinely goes on sale.

My recommendation though for a bullet proof cranking reel is an ABU Ambassaduer 4600 C3. This is a 5.3:1 ratio reel that takes up 25" lpt. These are $90 new and can be bought all day for $65 second hand.

[endless]

Wrong section but a Curado 200e5 if you can find one on discount would be an excellent option!

X2 This is what I use.

[gobig]

My opinion is probably going to differ from a lot of people but I like a fast reel. I feel like I have to work way less. It's easy to slow down but when they want it faster it takes a lot of work with a 5 to 1 reel. Throwing a crank bait all day takes a ton of energy and throwing it consecutive days in a row, really takes its toll. There is nothing worse than trying to fight a fish when you hurt or start cramping up.

[zero limit]

A used Citica 200DPV is what Iv'e been using, You can find them pretty cheap

[Sherlock 60]

For $80 new your best bet is the Bass Pro Shops ProQualifier in 5.2:1. I have two and love them. They are usually on sale for $79.95 a couple of times a year.

[deep]

You could also keep your eyes out for an used Curado B38 or B5...

[Raider Nation Fisher]

I'd go with the pro qualifier. Until I upgraded that was what I used. Worked like a champ too.

[Diablos]

Check out the Lew's Speedspool SS1S 5:4-1 $89

[new2BC4bass]

If you like Daiwa, then you might want to check out Cabela's Prodigy. A $100 reel that was on sale recently for $70. Just checked. Currently not on sale. I have the previous model. Not the smallest reel out there, but I like it. Had it tuned up and upgraded the bearings and drag. Responded very well. It gets good reviews in stock form. Very good value for your money. The new model not only looks better, but has more bearings.

I often buy used. Lots of older well cared for (and some not so well cared for) reels that save a person considerable on occasions.

[Ken Blevins]

check out "fishing flea market"

Got some Garcia's that may be what you need

Ken

[ndtitanfan]

Check out the Lew's Speedspool SS1S 5:4-1 $89

I second this....I've got one on a St. Croix rod and love it. Extremely smooth, easy to cast. IMO the Lews Speedspool and the BPS PQ are the best reels under $89 (when the PQ is on sale).

[dude loves to fish]

BPS ProQualifier for the price. Better reels for just a little more. Any of the REVO's.

[B-Dozer]

You're budget's a little on the thin side for the usual suspects: Curado E5, Revo Winch, Daiwa Zillion Crazy Cranker, and Energy PT. If you want to stay with a low profile reel, the BPS Pro Qualifier come in multiple configurations and routinely goes on sale.

My recommendation though for a bullet proof cranking reel is an ABU Ambassaduer 4600 C3. This is a 5.3:1 ratio reel that takes up 25" lpt. These are $90 new and can be bought all day for $65 second hand.

I use the Abu C-3 and like it a lot. Often overlooked because it's not a new design. Bulletproof,great drag,cheap, and just plain works.

[detroit1]

Abu 5600c4 until i get my 4600c3 fixed. These will outlast a simularily priced low profile (plastic) reel in my opinion. I can destroy a $100 low profile reel in one year deep cranking. My 5600 is about 10 years old, and the 4600 is about 20. (not in service for the last 6 yrs. or so.) I don't palm while cranking, so a low profile is not important to me...

[BassinMidWest]

I use a 5:1 BPS pro qualifier, and it's a great little crankin reel. Never had a problem with it, casts great, and reels smoothly, and can be found on sale at that price.

I use a 7' St. Croix premier Crankin stick on it and could't be happier!

[MAD]

What ???????You guys use round reels????? I bet you can't catch fish with those. I know I read in a different thread that to catch bass the reel had to be under six ounces and cost over $200 or the fish will ignore your bait. Just send me those Abus and I will get rid of them for you.

Mike

[guitarkid]

I have the Pro Qualifiers on both of my crankin' rods, and with the right crank rod, they will cast a country mile.

-gk

[marinetech]

another vote for the BPS PQ

[bigbassctchr101]

I have several different cranking combos. 4600c3 with a 7-10 rod,Quantum Energy 5.1:1 with 7-10 rod, Pflueger Trion 5.2:1 with a 7-6 rod, Pflueger Trion 6.3:1 with a 7-2 rod, Older model Citica with a 7 rod, Pflueger Summit WLP 7.1:1 with 7 rod.

I use the the 6.3 and 7.1 for traps and some shallow cranks and the citica for squarebills-mid diving baits. I used to do very well cranking with a higher speed reel, but it started taking a toll on my wrists after cranking all day. It was a very successfull way of getting a reaction bite however. I still try it from time to time, but its a little to much anymore.