Dual Brake Baitcasting Reel

Experience precision and control with our dual brake baitcasting reels, designed for anglers seeking optimal performance. These reels feature advanced braking systems that combine magnetic and centrifugal forces, allowing for smooth casting and reduced backlash. Built with durable materials, they ensure longevity and reliability on the water. Lightweight and ergonomic designs provide comfort during extended fishing sessions. Elevate your fishing game with our selection of dual brake baitcasting reels, perfect for both novice and experienced anglers looking to enhance their tackle setup.

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Shimano Curado DC Baitcasting Reel

Shimano Curado DC Baitcasting Reel

$304.99

(46)

Wonderful feel reliable durable very worth it ... Awesome reel, super smooth, looks and sounds great ... I have the 7. 4 speed I use on my go to rodcan literally throw any size bait small or

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5 davey237
if you need a reel with training wheels then this is the one for you, if you actually know how to fish dont spend the xtra$$ and just get the curado k

5 Byank24
Really cool how it prevents backlash, it's been a fun reel to use and the quality is the same as all other Shimano reels!!

5 itsRare
This reel is simply amazing! Finally got to use it for the first time a few weeks ago, and I was really impressed. Spooled it with 12lb fluorocarbon and tied on a 1/2oz. jig. Once I finally got it dialed in to my settings, everything from hard casts against the wind, to skipping docks, I had no issues with backlash at all. Very impressed with the casting distance I was getting and that DC sound!! It ’s like music to my ears. Definitely a must own. If you 're on the edge of buying this, just go and do it because you wo n't regret it. I now own two.

5 Pken
This reel is great. You need to read the paperwork that comes with it. It explains how it has to be set up in order for it to work as it should. For instance as the guy who posted a 2 star said he had the brake setting at 4 and the tension set to a slow fall. Is not how it should be set up. The directions state tension should be set looser than you would a non dc reel, to allow the dc to work correctly. You also need to use the correct brake setting for the type of line you are using. Granted you can cast without setting it up correctly it the dc wont function right. My honest opinion as someone who is intermediate/ newer to baitcasting( 2yrs) this reel is great for the cost and does what its supposed to do. However if your having issue it's probably user error and you should read the paperwork and try again. Then if you have issues it could be the reel. I 'm going to buy another one or I might buy the metanium dc. I love the sound too

5
I have owned just about every Curado ever made and so far this one has been the best. I have zero complaints. For the money, I have yet to find it's equal.

Shimano SLX DC Baitcasting Reel

Shimano SLX DC Baitcasting Reel

$224.99

(73)

Smooth and light reel that does the trick for anyone who wants to up there game with fishing. ... I bought this 2 years ago, Shimano is one of the top fishing brands and their quality is top

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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.

Shimano Metanium MGL Baitcasting Reel

Shimano Metanium MGL Baitcasting Reel

$489.99

(3)

Birthday gift ... [ Have not had a chance to put line on this beautiful reel but I am sure I won ’ t be disappointed ... He was very happy to receive it, and is anxious to try it

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5 Luckychucky
[ Have not had a chance to put line on this beautiful reel but I am sure I won ’ t be disappointed

5 rmung
I bought this Shimano Metanium MGL baitcasting reel for my grandson. He was very happy to receive it, and is anxious to try it out.

5 MudfishMike
Amazing reel, I night the 7. 1: 1 and 8. 1: 1. Both are great and so light and smooth. Casts a country mile and have n't had a backlash yet. I 'm sure I 'll enjoy it for years and years.

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Lew's Carbon Fire Baitcasting Reel

Lew's Carbon Fire Baitcasting Reel

$95.99

WAS: $119.99*

(23)

Everything from spooling it up to setting the brakes and the tension was so easy. ... One year later I purchased 2 more due to apparent toughness of the

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5 Guberb
I bought this item today in store and i took it home and tried it, works like it should i have had no problems with lews. just waiting to hook on a fish with this, that will be the real test!

5 Grandpa78
I am fairly new using a bait caster but the one I had was left handed and I ’ m a righty so I need a new one. I had read the reviews on this reel and although a little more expensive than I had planned on, once I held it I knew it was right. Everything from spooling it up to setting the brakes and the tension was so easy. I highly recommend this reel.

5 Thefisherman64
I made a decision to purchase this reel because they were on sale. I am a Shimano guy. I bought one and put it on my most abused application. 65 pound braid. On my frog rod. One year later I purchased 2 more due to apparent toughness of the first. Put them on my second and third most used rods. Fast forward two more years, I have replaced all of my Shimano reels. And do n't expect to look back. Cost is 30 to 40 percent lower than the Shimano reels. Thank you for making the choice to keep these reels in an affordable price.

5 Fishprinceofbelair
Overall a great reel for a great price I couldn ’ t have made a better decision for what I paid!

5 Mickalobe
Always been an Abu fan but picked this up cause the price was nice and it is incredibly smooth for the money.

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Lew's Mach 2 Baitcasting Combo

Lew's Mach 2 Baitcasting Combo

$191.99

WAS: $239.99*

(23)

Durable, sensitive, smooth casting/retrieving, easy to adjust drag and brake system. ... I absolutely love the reel, super smooth and the grips are

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5 Adam198835
I bought this a few weeks ago and it's a work horse. This thing is butter smooth and casts like a dream.

5 Trying to be a good wife
I bought this combo set for my husband for his birthday and he loves it!! So I bought him 2!

5 Matt43227
I 've used it for 2 weekends now and I love it only baitcaster I grab of my lews collection. I absolutely love the reel, super smooth and the grips are fantastic.

5 JM614
Love the rod/reel combo!! Lew ’s makes a great product.

5 Gahnfishin412
Lews has great combos and this baitcaster combo is 2nd to none. Durable, sensitive, smooth casting/retrieving, easy to adjust drag and brake system. Not to mention you can cast bait a mile with it.

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Lew's Custom Lite SS Baitcasting Reel

Lew's Custom Lite SS Baitcasting Reel

$329.99

(2)

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

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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

Lew's Tournament Pro LFS Speed Spool Baitcasting Reel

Lew's Tournament Pro LFS Speed Spool Baitcasting Reel

$219.99

(13)

The reel is great, casts with ease and is so smooth. ... Very versatile reel. ... Light weight offering great casting distance. ... The reels cast great, the retrieve is smooth, and they are

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5 DicksAssociate1016
Out of all the reels that I have purchased over the past year I would say this is my best and favorite reel once i got it adjusted to me.

5 G Craig
Light weight offering great casting distance. Matched up with a Lew ’s 7 ’ 2 ” rod I can throw 1/8oz tackle with ease. Great for creek fishing.

5 Daven61
I have 3 other reels just like this one. The reel is great, casts with ease and is so smooth. This model is one of my favorites and it ’s worth the$ 200.

5 Tony1958
Lews make a great product... Casts nice and has a smooth retrieve...

5 Tony1958
Lews make a great product... Casts nice and has a smooth retrieve...

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Lew's Mach 1 Baitcast Combo

Lew's Mach 1 Baitcast Combo

$167.99

WAS: $209.99*

(11)

Very smooth cast& retrieve ... Retrieves well too. ... Caught 2 fish in one hr of fishing! ... Coming from using budget friendly Abu Garcia Black Max and Max X baitcast combos, this was a much needed upgrade for

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5 Tomcat82
Just bought this combo today. Coming from using budget friendly Abu Garcia Black Max and Max X baitcast combos, this was a much needed upgrade for me! Casts smooth and far w/ minimal effort. Retrieves well too. Caught 2 fish in one hr of fishing!

5 bassmann
I use Lew's reels but this one is smooth as butter

5 Rjlovesfishing
This is a Great combo especially the baitcastee for top water fishing I love using it it ’s Amazing

5 Terri
The best bait cast I have owned? It was recommended by all my friends

5 xbalkix
Bought this 3 weeks ago and so far, my 10yr old loves it!

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Abu Garcia Revo 5 X Baitcast Reel

Abu Garcia Revo 5 X Baitcast Reel

$129.99

WAS: $149.99*

(3)

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

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5 Greitz
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

KastKing Kestrel Elite Magnesium Frame BFS Finesse Baitcasting Reel

KastKing Kestrel Elite Magnesium Frame BFS Finesse Baitcasting Reel

$219.99

(5)

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

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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.

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Lew's American Hero Tier 1 Baitcast Reel

Lew's American Hero Tier 1 Baitcast Reel

$199.99

(1)

The drag is smooth and it casts well. ... The first thing I noticed about this reel was it's compact size and comfort in

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5 Catch Release
The first thing I noticed about this reel was it's compact size and comfort in hand. It's more palmable than my Curado MGL 151. The drag is smooth and it casts well.

KastKing MegaJaws Elite Casting Reel

KastKing MegaJaws Elite Casting Reel

$139.99

(8)

Drag and brake are easy to set and use. ... Excellent all- around baitcaster ... Got this a few weeks ago and only used it a couple of times but it sure beats all my old baitcasters I

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5 D_Smith0327
I just got this in the mail today and went fishing. Very high quality, great feel, amazing speed, and great looking as well. Only thing that was wrong was that it shows the color in black and gold but it came in red and black. I ’ m not really upset but I am very impressed with this reel itself!

5 Jaime__I
I 'm still working on my skills with baitcasting reels. This Megajaws is the other side of the coin compared with me other reels. It is compact, light and well finished. It help me a to work on the precision instead of worrying about getting bird nests.

5 Jared S
I have been very familiar with their fishing products since purchasing my first tackle bag from them about five years ago. They have yet to dissapoint. I have owned the standard MegaJaws reel and this one well surpasses it.

5 JJOmazing
I just ordered this reel last week and wanted to provide a detailed review of my recent purchase. Just as another reviewer shared, it is advertised as black, but my reel was a vibrant red. I spooled it with a 10lb braid and cast it with soft plastics with a 1oz weight. I set the tension so the lure just barely dropped from the end of the rod, then set the drag to 5/10. There are micro- adjust settings between the typical settings, meaning 0. 5 increments are possible. Once casting, wow, this thing can really send the bait pretty far. I would estimate I was regularly getting 35- 40yard casts on a relatively lightweight lure. Plus I was able to drop it the lure exactly where I wanted it to go. The reel is pretty typical size in the hand when palming. I would say its not the biggest or smallest, but it was comfortable to use. There is another switch on the back of the reel that changes the reel function to allow for flipping and pitching. I 've never seen this before on a reel and typically just used my thumb on the spool. When this is activated, you press the button holding it during the flip and let- go when you want the line to stop advancing. It took a few tries to get used to, but is still very intuitive to use. If you forget to switch it back when going back to do a normal long cast, it can be a surprise. However, I think it is a nice feature. I was able to catch some bass as a local pond with it and the drag was very smooth. There are a lot of bearings on this reel, box says 11+1, and it feels like it. I have multiple bait- casters, including some other higher end models, and this MegaJaws Elite reel fits right along side the others.

5 Jaime__I
I 'm still working on my skills with baitcasting reels. This Megajaws is the other side of the coin compared with me other reels. It is compact, light and well finished. It help me a to work on the precision instead of worrying about getting bird nests.

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 7000 C Baitcasting Reel

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 7000 C Baitcasting Reel

$229.99

(2)

Quiet and smooth ... The reel is strong, big crank, the level winder is strong enough for 40# plus stripers and its one less thing to worry about when you are hooked up with a big

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5 Duck duke
We have a pair of these in the rocket tubes for Northeast striper fishing. They are on Ugly Stik 6. 5' Tiger Elites. The reel is strong, big crank, the level winder is strong enough for 40# plus stripers and its one less thing to worry about when you are hooked up with a big bass. Plenty of drag and they hold a lot of braid( we use 30 pound Spiderwire). Just make sure you wash them well, they are not saltwater sealed as good as others. Not a lot of bearings but smooth and tough.

5 Veezo
I bought this same reel two weeks earlier. Live it!

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C4 Baitcasting Reels

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C4 Baitcasting Reels

$209.99

(9)

Great for fresh water fishing, will not let you down in performance or handling with a 7' ft. ... Use can fish mono, fluorocarbon, or braid it handles them all

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5 CatfishJ
Know matter where you fish the Abu- Garcia C4 is ready. Use can fish mono, fluorocarbon, or braid it handles them all well. Catfish channel cats, flathead cats this reel has the power to bring them in!

5 Mike2015
This is one of the best reel I ever own. Great for fresh water fishing, will not let you down in performance or handling with a 7' ft. medium heavy rod.

5 Muskyfisherman
This is the second Ambassadeur that I have purchased, and I love them both. My only complaint is the shipping company- UPS never deliver my packages to the right house.

5 Krissy133
Some reels cost more than the C4, but this one gets the job done. Excellent and did n't spend$ 400

5 IMJ 70
I 'm a Very satisfied customer with this purchase. The best of seven other rod/reel combos I own. I use this every trip since purchase of Abu Garcia reel.

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Abu Garcia Jordan Lee Baitcast Combo

Abu Garcia Jordan Lee Baitcast Combo

$99.99

WAS: $119.99*

(16)

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

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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

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Dual Brake Baitcasting Reel

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  • What are the advantages of using a dual brake baitcasting reel?
  • What types of fishing are dual brake baitcasting reels best suited for?
  • How does the braking system in a dual brake baitcasting reel work?
  • What should I consider when choosing a dual brake baitcasting reel?
  • Are dual brake baitcasting reels suitable for beginners?

Frequently Asked Questions For Dual Brake Baitcasting Reel

Dual brake baitcasting reels offer enhanced control and precision when casting, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced anglers. The combination of magnetic and centrifugal braking systems allows for better adjustment to various fishing conditions, reducing the risk of backlash. This versatility helps in achieving longer and more accurate casts.

Dual brake baitcasting reels are versatile and can be used for various fishing styles, including freshwater and saltwater fishing. They are particularly effective for techniques that require precise casting, such as flipping, pitching, and topwater fishing. Their ability to handle heavier lines and lures also makes them suitable for targeting larger species.

The braking system in a dual brake baitcasting reel combines two different mechanisms: centrifugal and magnetic brakes. The centrifugal brakes engage during the cast to slow down the spool's rotation, while the magnetic brakes provide additional control to fine-tune the casting distance and prevent backlash. This dual approach allows for greater adaptability to different fishing scenarios.

When selecting a dual brake baitcasting reel, consider factors such as gear ratio, line capacity, and overall weight. It's also important to evaluate the braking system's adjustability, as this will affect your casting performance. Additionally, look for features like ergonomic handles and durable materials that enhance comfort and longevity during use.

Yes, dual brake baitcasting reels can be suitable for beginners due to their adjustable braking systems that help prevent backlash. The ease of fine-tuning the brakes allows new anglers to gain confidence in their casting skills without the frustration of frequent tangles. However, it is still beneficial for beginners to practice and familiarize themselves with the mechanics of baitcasting.