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Discover the precision and performance of our compact baitcasting reels, designed for anglers seeking versatility and control. These reels offer a lightweight design, making them easy to handle while providing exceptional casting distance and accuracy. With smooth drag systems and durable construction, they are perfect for various fishing conditions. Ideal for both beginners and experienced anglers, our compact baitcasting reels enhance your fishing experience, allowing for effortless retrieval and improved sensitivity. Upgrade your tackle box with these essential tools for a successful day on the water.
$234.99
Very cool reel ... But, having purchased the Curado BFS I like it a lot. ... It has turned into my favorite
5
Bob44
[ I was skeptical about bfs at first. But, having purchased the Curado BFS I like it a lot. It has turned into my favorite reel.
$224.99
The idea of being able to change baits without having to adjust more than the spool tension is appealing. ... It is very smooth and it casts a mile. ... DC technology at an affordable
5
I bought it last night, i got it spool with 15 pound pline flouro, set the tension knob were the lure falls slow big key to prevent backlash cast it with 12 mph wind towards my face for 3 hours not one single backlash. Do not listen to the manual on how to set the tension knob. Smooth retrieve compare to the regular slx you guys will notice that.
5
Jg250
Great product and very happy with the purchase, I wil be getting another.
5
Sal DesignMan
I 've had this reel now a few months and I have been out 20 times or more and this thing is flawless it retrieves like butter!!! You will not find a better reel at this price and has out shined many of my more expensive reels. I have it paired up with a 7' MH Favorite rod and is balanced awesome. Yeah go get one u will b very happy!!!
5
Sal DesignMan
I 've had this reel now a few months and I have been out 20 times or more and this thing is flawless it retrieves like butter!!! You will not find a better reel at this price and has out shined many of my more expensive reels. I have it paired up with a 7' MH Favorite rod and is balanced awesome. Yeah go get one u will b very happy!!!
5
Ethan42
I received this reel for Christmas and I love it! It is very smooth and it casts a mile. Took it out to a large pond and was getting my lure onto the bank on the other side. I would reccomend it to anyone.
$329.99
CASTING IS GREAT LIMTED LINE BUT THATS WHY I BOUGHT THE REAL ... THIS IS ANOTHER GRET REAL TO HAVE. ... The best ... The best when it comes to casting light bass lure- the best on the
5
Drdanr
THIS IS ANOTHER GRET REAL TO HAVE. CASTING IS GREAT LIMTED LINE BUT THATS WHY I BOUGHT THE REAL
5
Dee97
The best when it comes to casting light bass lure- the best on the market
$104.37
WAS: $179.99*
I have to say it is a very smooth reel! ... Good fluke and sea bass reel. ... Definitely worth the price! ... I 'm glad I made this purchase, will hold alot of line has n't ever recoiled with any
5
Drawbar
I ran across one a few weeks back. I have to say it is a very smooth reel! These Abu Sweden made models are solid! Smoother cast then anything I have used before. Last year I cheaped out and regretted it. Hope to catch some big fish this year! Definitely worth the price!
5
call2die4
So far so good for a first time baitcaster user. Have had couple of nest when I forgot to put my thumb on the line but after adjusting brake at every sinker change and holding thumb on the line when casting and a few fishing trips everything has been good. Very solid reel but still waiting on catching that big flattie for the true test.
5
Duck duke
We have a couple of these on hand on Fenwick Eagles with 20# braid. Good fluke and sea bass reel. Just make sure you wash it down, not saltwater sealed that well.
5
MandJ
I 'm glad I made this purchase, will hold alot of line has n't ever recoiled with any bait.
5
mkcc
This is made to last. I purchased a C3 made in Sweden 20 years ago and it still works well w/o issues. I just purchased another one on sale.
$274.99
Great Lightweight/Finesse Baitcaster ... I 've used this with weightless Texas rigs, finesse jigs, weightless flukes, and some smaller crankbaits and it excels with baits that most other reels besides a spinning reel and this curado
5
BJD805
I 've used this with weightless Texas rigs, finesse jigs, weightless flukes, and some smaller crankbaits and it excels with baits that most other reels besides a spinning reel and this curado mgl. It was a gift and all I can say is they nailed it!
5
BassReaper1
Absolutely smooth, easy casting and great for a variety of lures from finesse texas rigs to spinnerbaits and lipless cranks!
$79.99
Using 12lb fluorocarbon on it and it casts perfectly once you get the breaking set up. ... Seems plenty smooth and fast ... Retrieve is very smooth. ... Great Reel ... Great small
5
Mesnd you
Few casts was set up. Hope it ladts for a 80 follor rell. Ligjt small. Seems plenty smooth and fast
5
ajc2025
I bought this for my 14 year old son. He loves it!
5
Smitty199
I love this reel. Using 12lb fluorocarbon on it and it casts perfectly once you get the breaking set up. The size is perfect. I even prefer this reel over my Daiwa Tatula 100. The only down side is that it does feel like cheaper plastic, but I ’ ve been using it nearly every day with no issues so far.
5
Fisherman4
This reel is great for the price point. I don ’ t think you could find another reel at this price with such high quality.
5
Blackdog
This will be paired with a 7 ’ 2 mojo bass rod. Excited to get out there this spring with her.
$63.99
WAS: $79.99*
I 've always used Daiwa spinning reels and Abu baitcasters, but this has been a great crossover for me. ... Climbing the charts for my new favorite reel. ... great rod and reel combo for beginners as well for seasoned
5
FilntandSteelOutdoors
It's sensitive, so I 'd make sure you work the brake up slowly if you 're new to baitcasters. But once it's dialed it, man, it is awesome. Good length and good accuracy. I 've always used Daiwa spinning reels and Abu baitcasters, but this has been a great crossover for me. Climbing the charts for my new favorite reel.
5
Neversummer
Bought for my son and it's his favorite rod. It's well built and had held up well to 20 lb carp.
5
GarrettP
this was the first bait caster i ever bought and i love it. On my first day i went out within a few minutes i got a 4 lbs bass. Love the rod and how it feels and it is great for starters
5
Bill Bravo
I purchased this a month ago and it exceeded my expectations. It ’s budget friendly so it doesn ’ t break the bank. I ’ m pleased with this combo ’s performance. Can ’ t go wrong with Daiwa!
5
Donteatthat
Bought this combo as an upgrade to my old rod and reel. Did not disappoint with a 7. 1. 1 gear ratio. Running 15 lb braided line, works like a charm for long casts and medium quick retrieve. Liked it so much I went and bought another.
$229.99
Smooth and durable. ... Defintely buy with confidence. ... To date this is one of the absolute best reels I 've ever used. ... Best Reel I 've ever
5
VCDiesel
To date this is one of the absolute best reels I 've ever used. Smooth and durable. Defintely buy with confidence.
$89.99
Easy to use ... Very ergonomically correct for casting. ... Great for beginners. ... Great quality for the price. ... Very nice, inexpensive rod and reel combo. ... It help me so
5
djparker17
Very nice, inexpensive rod and reel combo. Great for beginners.
5
Moses420
First time baitcaster I watched this video https: //youtu. be/n6XApOOpfA8? is=GVRiQ7GuDz_sisty It help me so much! You 'll get a few birds nest but it's ok. Take your time you 'll have a blast. This rod is great. Very ergonomically correct for casting. Adjust everything drag brake
5
Rozee
My son loves his new rod. Great quality for the price.
$69.99
Thats What She Said… I really enjoy this rig, small but effective. ... I ’ m definitely going to be getting a lot more travel use out of this little thing then I
5
MylesK27
Recently purchased, didn ’ t have a lot of faith that it would work well but it definitely surprised me. I put 10lb braid on and was throwing a light spoon. This thing was able to handle an all out cast and went about 40 yards. I ’ m definitely going to be getting a lot more travel use out of this little thing then I thought.
5
RastaLovesPasta
Thats What She Said… I really enjoy this rig, small but effective. Gets the job done if you knownwhat I mean
5
Eighty seven more morning
Great for a little kid. Teaching them how to usea batecaster A very good product for little kids you 've been. I 've been catching 5 pound bash pretty easily great product.
5
FishermanBFS
I hands down love this setup for multi- species fishing! I keep it in my tackle backpack and break it out every time. I use a Drop Dead Ned Rig on it and have caught multiple species! Highly recommended!
5
TexasRig3
Absolutely love this set up. I keep it in the car and can throw it anytime. Works as well as my normal Baitcaster set up
$76.47-$85.47
WAS: $149.99*
Great Reel, Easy to adjust. ... Awesome ... This is my fourth within this line, and it works flawlessly like all of the others. ... Very good fish reel ... [ I have used it for a few days now and love it would recommend
5
Greitzy
Typical Abu Garcia Revo quality. This is my fourth within this line, and it works flawlessly like all of the others. It makes long casts with little to no backlash,
5
Bill Bill Bill
I 've only had it out three times, but so far it's been a great Reel.
5
Fishing guy 22
[ I have used it for a few days now and love it would recommend it
$59.99
It ’s a great price point and has a smooth action and spool break that a younger fisherman can learn to use easily. ... I bought this a little while ago and had no problems since
5
uncrustable9
I bought this a little while ago and had no problems since then.
5
Tricky Ricky
I love the low profile Max from Garcia. It ’s a great price point and has a smooth action and spool break that a younger fisherman can learn to use easily.
$219.99
This KastKing BFS reel is unbelievably lightweight and feels incredibly luxurious. ... The carbon fiber handles and grips do run small but overall great
5
Kevin1189
This KastKing BFS reel is unbelievably lightweight and feels incredibly luxurious. The finish looks amazing and the gears feel smooth. It can cast small baits into the distance. The carbon fiber handles and grips do run small but overall great reel.
5
FlyingColoradoHawaiian
I 'm glad I chose this reel as my first Bait caster reel! Easy to learn and it casts tiny jigs during the early spring bite.
5
KYC8
This is my first BFS baitcasting reel, and it lives up to the promises of being able to cast lighter baits further. It certainly works better once dialed in properly, but as a relative novice on casting reels I was able to get near optimal settings within a two attempts and was matching my casting distances compared to a spinning reel. The gear ratio makes for a faster retrieve, and the overall weight is very light when paired with an ultralight rod. I will still keep a spinning reel for when I want to drop a bait to a certain depth since that is easy to measure by counting turns on the reel, but for all other finesse applications I will most likely be using this reel in the future.
5
Mikee82087
This reel is so smooth and cast so good and is built great feels good and comfortable in hand the brakes work great and allow casting with no backlash in this is hands down the best reel I have ever owned don ’ t hesitate to buy it I highly recommend it!
5
Jon8956
This reel is a prime example of when engineering meets functionality. Its extremely lightweight, sleek and has excellent adjustments for precision casting. It also solves the problem of being able to throw light lures a long way so you can put your lures in the strike zone without getting too close and spooking the fish. The reel action and drag are both exceptionally smooth and the ergonomics are fantastic even for those with slightly larger hands. This reel will remain a favorite in my fishing arsenal for foreseeable future.
$89.99
Without breaking the bank, this has shown to be a very smooth reel with an excellent drag. ... Super reel!!! ... Bought this reel for a black Friday event in 2018 and have used this reel on an ugly stick catfish rod and I 'm very impressed with it. The only things I had to do is break the reel down...
5
fish4cats
Great product for the money. No issues with jamming so far. Casts well and the clicker is great. If money is no object than get yourself a catfish series Abu, if money is tight this reel will work well if you are familiar with using baitcasting reels. If you 're going for bigger cats you might consider changing the line.
5
Ma5qu
I bought this reel used it a few times went back and bought another. So far I have no complaints. I have caught several 10plus pounds cAtfish with even a couple exceeding the 30 lbs mark had no issue at all pulling them in..
5
GCs Jigs
Without breaking the bank, this has shown to be a very smooth reel with an excellent drag.
4
jw52
Not a 6500 ABU but so far so good caught 5 cats yesterday biggest 23 pound handled the fish just fine.
4
rbutler607
Bought the reel from Field and Stream. Great reel for channel cats. Good reel if you are on a tight budget.
$244.99
The breaking system could be easier to dial on the water, but once you have it set you ’ re good to go. ... I have it pulled up with £20 fluorocarbon and it is a super smooth
5
HoldenMitty
This is a great real for your medium heavy swim baits. I have it pulled up with £20 fluorocarbon and it is a super smooth cast.. I wouldn ’ t expect anything less from Shimano. The breaking system could be easier to dial on the water, but once you have it set you ’ re good to go.. if you ’ re tossing anything from a 2 to 6 or even 8 ounce swim bait I would highly recommend this reel.
$219.99
Not the lightest reel out there, but they are strong, smooth, and can cast forever. ... The Lews had a great brake knob that had a good range of tension. ... Very easy to use and amazing
5
Fishman6969
I bought this a month ago and it is my favorite reel in my whole collection
5
Frivers
This reel is awesome, I use it for my Hybrid Hunter setup on a 7- 6 heavy rod.
5
Scott
I have been getting into Bait Caster reels. Bought Shimano, Diawa, and this Lews reel. The Shimano Curado only had 4 brake setting and I could n't get it to cast very far without backlash. The Diawa worked ok. The tention knob was very touchy and hard to access behind the drag. The Lews had a great brake knob that had a good range of tension. It has 20 brake settings and it casts awesome. Get this one....
4
MikeC2
These are nice reels. Not the lightest reel out there, but they are strong, smooth, and can cast forever.
$349.99
Feels great ca n't wait for the spring to use this new
5
Trav
Feels great ca n't wait for the spring to use this new reel.
$89.99
Very smooth and didn ’ t break after 7 years of using it ... Good Quality for the price ... my sons enjoy this rod as a compliment to their spinning
5
Tt111111111
Very smooth and didn ’ t break after 7 years of using it
4
Sly Wiza
my sons enjoy this rod as a compliment to their spinning reels. My oldest has could quite a few 2- 3lb bass w/ this combo. We paired it with 10# braided, once we got the settings locked in they have seen minimal back lashes
$69.27
WAS: $119.99*
As a professional guide, my business demands the best most affordable and reliable equipment i can buy garcia has never let me down. ... Following online instructions, it was a cinch to attach and load it with braided line; and having practicing casting into the river behind my house it casts...
5
Danieldg35
Love this reel. I 've had it in the past and it's a solid reel for the money.
5
Johnny
Left hand wind is a must for me. I am right handed but never figured out why so many people choose to cast with their right hand and then switch hands so they can wind with their right hand. The size and weight are also just right as I mainly fish for striped bass and blue catfish with this reel perfect on a seven foot medium action rod and 15 lb. test mono. I caught a fish on my second cast and anticipate catching many more in the future.
5
69daytona
Have been using my `` Made in Sweden '' Ambassadeur S. I. X. for something like 20 years, fishing freshwater for anything up to Lake Ontario Salmon to Saltwater Plugging for Bluefish, Striped Bass and Wahoo from boat off NJ coast. `` BEST '' fishing reel ever made! During all these years of catching fish up to 30 pounds, it has never let me down. Just got another Rod for largemouth Bass and beach fishing in the Gulf, so it needs a good reel. Just hope the made in China reels have the same superb workmanship and Longevity of my S. I. X.
5
walleye
I have over 60 ambassadeur reels they have always been dependable for me. I would recommend them to any one looking for a dependable reel and one that is long lasting. As a professional guide, my business demands the best most affordable and reliable equipment i can buy garcia has never let me down.
5
Cpolly89
In my opinion this is one of the best round reels u can get for the price point. Mostly use for catfish but can ’ t wait to try for some big stripers and maybe even some Muskie
$99.99
Very good ... Very good reel casts and reels smoothly also does n't backlash at
4
Ant16
Very good reel casts and reels smoothly also does n't backlash at all
$39.99
This reel had a smooth cast and a very good distance. ... Works excellent ... Best reel ever for jigging smelts out of my ice shack. ... Very
$99.99
WAS: $119.99*
Really smooth when reeled in. ... Great reel and rod combo for the price! ... If you ’ re a fan of their Vengeance combo, this one will be a favorite as it ’s the same reel design reskinned for the Jordan Lee
5
Live 2 Fish
Abu Garcia has released two of these “ budget ” combos in recent years, bearing the same name but the combos are much different. This current model sports a digital camo look, with a sleek flat black reel and solid rod. If you ’ re a fan of their Vengeance combo, this one will be a favorite as it ’s the same reel design reskinned for the Jordan Lee branding. It ’s not as low profile as the original Joran Lee combo was but it ’s still a solid workhorse for the money.
5
Bigsacklureco
I was on the fence and then it went on sale. Great purchase at a great price.
5
Evan0127
I have the rod for around a year the performance is amazing! The looks are great, and the price for the pole is great. Really smooth when reeled in.
5
ER12335
Bought this pole about a month ago and it ’s been smooth and easy to use.
5
Nameless 5125
The husband absolutely loves how far this combo casts
$89.99
Great reel. ... Hardly ever backlashes, dial the brakes mostly in and it ’s good to go. ... Wish the rod was 2 pieces for easier transport but other than that no
5
Cha8484
Great baitcaster for the money, or if you are learning baitcasting. Hardly ever backlashes, dial the brakes mostly in and it ’s good to go. Another thing to note, photo shows line on the reel. It does not come spooled with line.
5
Spfields75
Son researched multiple bait caster and gelt this was what he wanted. So far he has loves it
5
Cubanboat
5
Lake fisher 22
Bought this a month ago and already had the dog walk on it and my son run it into a tree. Rod is as good as the day I bought it.
5
LULU1010
My 13 year old got this for his Birthday. There has not been a day he has not used it and didnt catch anything.
Compact baitcasting reels are designed to provide better control and precision when casting. Their smaller size often makes them lighter, allowing for longer fishing sessions without fatigue. Additionally, they typically offer advanced features like improved drag systems and gear ratios, which can enhance your overall fishing experience.
When selecting a compact baitcasting reel, consider factors such as your target species, fishing environment, and personal preferences. Look for features like gear ratio, drag strength, and line capacity that align with your fishing techniques. It's also essential to evaluate the reel's weight and ergonomics to ensure comfort during use.
Compact baitcasting reels are often made from a combination of lightweight materials such as aluminum and graphite, which provide durability without adding excessive weight. Some models may also feature corrosion-resistant coatings to withstand harsh fishing conditions. Understanding the materials can help you assess the reel's longevity and performance.
Yes, compact baitcasting reels can be suitable for beginners, especially those who are looking for a lightweight and manageable option. However, it is essential for new anglers to familiarize themselves with the mechanics of baitcasting reels, as they require a different technique compared to spinning reels. Many manufacturers offer user-friendly designs that can help ease the learning curve.
Compact baitcasting reels are versatile and can be used for various types of fishing, including freshwater and light saltwater applications. They are particularly effective for techniques that require precision, such as flipping, pitching, and casting in tight spaces. Depending on the reel's specifications, they can handle different line weights and lure sizes, making them adaptable for various fishing scenarios.
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