Smooth Casting Baitcasters

Experience precision and performance with our selection of smooth casting baitcasters. Designed for anglers seeking effortless casting and enhanced control, these reels feature advanced technology for reduced friction and improved accuracy. With durable construction and smooth gear systems, you can tackle any fishing challenge with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, our baitcasters provide the reliability and ease of use you need for a successful day on the water. Elevate your fishing experience with gear that delivers exceptional performance and smooth operation.

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Mr. Catfish Baitcasting Reel

Mr. Catfish Baitcasting Reel

$89.99

(6)

Without breaking the bank, this has shown to be a very smooth reel with an excellent drag. ... Casts well and the clicker is great. ... 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...

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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.

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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 ... The best when it comes to casting light bass lure- the best on the market ... THIS IS ANOTHER GRET REAL TO

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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

Quantum Smoke Baitcasting Reel

Quantum Smoke Baitcasting Reel

$199.99

(2)

The perfect baitcaster for beginners and experts and everyone in between ... Best baitcaster I ’ ve ever

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5 Kkb100
Bought it a few weeks ago. Best baitcaster I ’ ve ever owned.

5 NEyakAngler
The perfect baitcaster for beginners and experts and everyone in between

Lew's Speed Spool Baitcasting Reel

Lew's Speed Spool Baitcasting Reel

$139.99

(4)

Great reel, casts like butter. ... Great

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5 Oathyyy
Great reel, casts like butter. Hardly ever backlashes

5 Ryan Kolb
bought 2 weeks ago for my grandson and he has not been able to not break the braided line he had to have.

5 Gofishing
Great reel! Casts great! It ’s very smooth with 40lb braid. Easy to use, my 12yo loves it.

5 Perry
I bought this reel to replace another reel and I made the right choice. This reel cast smoothly and has almost no backlash. Great reel, I think I will buy another one as soon as I get back to Dicks.

Lew's BB1 Pro Bait Cast Reel

Lew's BB1 Pro Bait Cast Reel

$219.99

(4)

Not the lightest reel out there, but they are strong, smooth, and can cast forever. ... Very easy to use and amazing reel ... Nice reels ... These are nice reels. ... I bought this a month ago and it is my favorite reel in my whole

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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.

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Lew's Carbon Fire Baitcasting Reel

Lew's Carbon Fire Baitcasting Reel

$95.99

WAS: $119.99*

(23)

Bought this reel 2 months ago, great quality, smooth reeling and casting and never had any birds nesting or tangling. ... Always been an Abu fan but picked this up cause the price was nice and it is incredibly smooth for 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.

Shimano Curado BFS Casting Reel

Shimano Curado BFS Casting Reel

$234.99

(1)

Very cool reel ... But, having purchased the Curado BFS I like it a lot. ... It has turned into my favorite

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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.

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 Mach 2 Baitcasting Combo

Lew's Mach 2 Baitcasting Combo

$191.99

WAS: $239.99*

(23)

Bought for my man for his birthday and he absolutely loves it, one of the best casting reels! ... 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 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!

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. ... The casting distance and craftsmanship on this real is quite

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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.

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ProFISHiency Retro Baitcast Combo

ProFISHiency Retro Baitcast Combo

$82.49

WAS: $109.99*

(13)

Great rod and reel for the money. ... Great rod/reel combo ... Son has loved

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5 Thorne
Great rod and reel for the money. Son has loved it

5 Jmwalk
Been using this a few times and absolutely love it. Easy to cast and easy to real

5 Deebo25
Would buy again. Like the feel and how easy if cast and reels in

5 Bass beast
Absolutely love this combo!! Casts as smooth as butter and love the camo pattern.

5 FAW1313
Smooth operation works great great feel. Great manufacturer.

Daiwa Tatula Elite Baitcasting Reel

Daiwa Tatula Elite Baitcasting Reel

$249.99

(4)

Easy to set up and almost ready to cast right out of the box. ... A drop of reel oil helped make it quiet and smoother. ... It handles hard fighting largemouth very

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5 jholloway1906
If you are looking for a top- notch reel that casts a mile. This is it. Easy to set up and almost ready to cast right out of the box. It handles hard fighting largemouth very well. Go buy it!!

5 BC Fishing
Great reel for the price. Definitely worth buying. I ’ ll be buying more.

5 gunnar10
I got this a on my birthday and it has been the best reel I have ever had I am right hand dom and I can use only my left hand and cast far without a birds nest 1000% recommend this reel if you are really into fishing

4 Jimbob2004
[ First Daiwa baitcaster purchase. Off the bat I was extremely impressed. After about two weeks, the bearing started making noise while casting. A drop of reel oil helped make it quiet and smoother.

Shimano Curado M Baitcast Reel

Shimano Curado M Baitcast Reel

$224.99

(3)

My sin picked this out and is thrilled with his

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5 EmmaLynn25
My sin picked this out and is thrilled with his purchase!

5 Chris37
Always used spinning reels and this was my first casting reel. The break help a ton and once you spend a day with it, you ’ ll cast however far you want without birds nesting it. Shimano has always made great reels.

5 kyle71
Usual shimano quality, nothing particularly special but a great reel to have a few of for different techniques. Great reel for a frog rod, swimbait rod, or heavy spinners/chatters.

Shimano Curado DC Baitcasting Reel

Shimano Curado DC Baitcasting Reel

$304.99

(46)

Smooth cast ... They work great for long casts ... Awesome reel, super smooth, looks and sounds great ... My son loves it, He said it ’s really smooth, fits his reel

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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.

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. ... The reels cast great, the retrieve is smooth, and they are strong. ... Really smooth casting and

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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...

Abu Garcia Revo X Baitcast Reel

Abu Garcia Revo X Baitcast Reel

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WAS: $119.99*

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Quantum Octane Baitcasting Combo

Quantum Octane Baitcasting Combo

$44.99

WAS: $69.99*

(116)

Good Baitcasting Combos with a buttery smooth reels ... The reels casts great with no bird nests or backlashes as you can get some really good distance on each

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5 Master Baiter
I got this combo three weeks ago and loved it from day one. Bait casters can be tricky and each can have a learning curve all its own. That said, the rod has great action and the real is very smooth and accurate.... then I hooked a personal best large mouth at 9lbs witch should be within its spec but the rod snapped 23 ” from the tip. I wasn ’ t over extended or pushing the limits. The line held and I painfully hand lined it in. If I had to do it again, I wouldn ’ t change a thing! I WILL perches this combo again.

5 The1KnownAsRick
Exceptional combo for your average fisherman. Not too expensive, but not a cheapie either. It has an easy learning curve for those of us who are new to baitcasters and is solid enough for more experienced anglers to throw around at will. My go to set- up at the moment below the dam when I need a long cast with a fast retrieve. I couldn ’ t be happier with this purchase.

5 WilliamsJ
I have had this for 5+ months and I find it quite nice. I have had no problems with the mechanical parts. I have fished jigs, frogs, poppers, and crank baits. It handles pike just fine.

5 Fisherman1234
I ’ ve been buying these octane reels for 4 years and fishing quantum reels all my life. I still have all 4 of them and have actually broke 30lb braid on a couple fish. It could be smoother but it doesn ’ t bother me

5 smitch911
Had this rod for a month now and have caught several nice bass and one 6+ pound cat fish. Can feel the lightest bits. Great rod for the price.

Shimano Curado MGL 70 K Baitcasting Reel

Shimano Curado MGL 70 K Baitcasting Reel

$274.99

(2)

Absolutely smooth, easy casting and great for a variety of lures from finesse texas rigs to spinnerbaits and lipless cranks! ... Great Lightweight/Finesse

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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!

ProFISHiency "Tiny But Mighty" Baitcast Pocket Combo

ProFISHiency "Tiny But Mighty" Baitcast Pocket Combo

$69.99

(6)

I ’ m definitely going to be getting a lot more travel use out of this little thing then I thought. ... Thats What She Said… I really enjoy this rig, small but

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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!

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C3 Baitcasting Reel

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C3 Baitcasting Reel

$179.99

(5)

I have to say it is a very smooth reel! ... 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...

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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 flick
I own three and thinking of purchasing a fourth! This is the best deal I have found!

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C4 Baitcasting Reels

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C4 Baitcasting Reels

$209.99

(9)

Good gear ratio, smooth casting ... 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.

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...

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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.

KastKing MegaJaws Elite Casting Reel

KastKing MegaJaws Elite Casting Reel

$139.99

(8)

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 have! ... Smooth and Well

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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.

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Abu Garcia Jordan Lee Baitcast Combo

Abu Garcia Jordan Lee Baitcast Combo

$99.99

WAS: $119.99*

(16)

It ’s not as low profile as the original Joran Lee combo was but it ’s still a solid workhorse for the money. ... 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

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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

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!

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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

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Okuma Stratus 7 Baitcast Reel

Okuma Stratus 7 Baitcast Reel

$52.49

WAS: $69.99*

(18)

It is very smooth. ... Bought this awhile back and took it out for some test casts, feels amazing and casts far! ... Cast better than expected, drag is strong, comfortable in

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5 Bassraiderva2889bk
I bought this reel about a month ago and I swear and that short amount of time I have caught probably 10 largemouth bass on it. I am using it with 50 pound braid and running Topwater frogs and whopper poppers. It is very smooth. No need to pay hundreds.

5 AznBassFishet
Great product and would recommend to others!!!!!!!!!

5 Miike54
Good reel. Smooth retrieve, casts well, drag is smooth. The Stratus 7 is my fifth Okuma. Great choice!

5 IzzzzyDR
I had a okuma stratus 7 baitcast rod I bought last year. So I said why not buy the reel and match it up. What a great decision. I could n't believe how good the reel was for the price. It is smooth and casts great, and I caught large mouth and small mouth with it. If you are looking for an inexpensive baitcast reel that is good, than buy this one. You wo n't be dissapointed

5 Calebb
Very happy with this purchase, it was exactly what I was looking for in a reel

Duckett Fishing Micro Magic Pro Casting Rod

Duckett Fishing Micro Magic Pro Casting Rod

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WAS: $159.00-$169.00*

(5)

My favorite set up is this rod in Medium Heavy with Abu Revo Rocket reel. ... Super lightweight, strong, sensitive, and has great aesthetic appeal. ... It's rated a little soft and found the medium closer to a med light, so I returned it and got a med heavy 7'.. much

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5 jjohnson
I own a lot of high end rods, and these Duckett rods are great. I am not sure what the other guy did to break one, but I have hooked some HUGE fish and had zero problems. Micro guides give you an extreme sensitivity and longest casting distance of any rod I own. My favorite set up is this rod in Medium Heavy with Abu Revo Rocket reel.

5 CTFish
I have been using Duckett Rods for about 18 months now. I have 22 Mirco Magic Pros and 4 Ghosts and could not be more satisfied with a rod. Super lightweight, strong, sensitive, and has great aesthetic appeal. I 've trusted these rods over the past 18 months to win thousands of dollars on the Bassmaster Opens trail. For whatever technique you 're fishing, Duckett makes a rod for you!

5 LRGW
I ’ ve only fished with this rod once but already love it. Excellent casting and good action. Definitely recommend this product.

4 Tom From VA
I read some reviews on Duckett's line of casting& spinning rods and decided to give the Micro Magic casting rod a try, primarily because of the great sale price at Dick's. In a word, it's OK. Alot of complaints about the eyes not holding up but I have n't had any issues yet. It's rated a little soft and found the medium closer to a med light, so I returned it and got a med heavy 7'... much better. Have n't used it that long, but so far so good. Worth the sale price for sure.

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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.

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Lew's American Hero OD Baitcasting Combo

Lew's American Hero OD Baitcasting Combo

$95.99

WAS: $119.99*

(47)

Very smooth. ... After getting through the learning curve, he quickly became proficient at casting with this combo. ... I bought this for my son and he loves it his frist bait

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5 PatreekStar
Smooth cast and great adjustments. Easy set up. Beautiful colors too

5 Kvillas
I bought this as my first baitcaster and let me tell you is so easy to use. My friend have more expensive ones and constantly get bird nest. I have not yet encounter a major one i had a few small ones that were easy to resolve i will def recommend

5 Chris the Fisherman
I 've had thos combo for a little more than a month and it still holds up well gives me good casts and the rod is amazing no problems with this combo 10/10 buy

5 Kurlyways
Great rod and reel. Lew ’s knocked it out the park with this one the quality feel between the overall balance and the smoothness of the reel it certainly doesn ’ t fish like a “ 100 ” dollar combo. I ’ ve been fishing over 30 years now and throwing a bait caster since I was a teenager and I ’ ll tell you this thing is killer all jokes aside. The rod on the American hero surpasses the rod on The mach II I have both of these combos, but Ive had to glue the rods tip eye back on twice now with the Mach II it Pulled itself out of the tip of the rod, just by setting the hook on a Small bass, Didn ’ t notice until it felt different when I would cast and the Mach II costs a 100$ ’s more… The two rods are designed completely different in the way the tip is attached The American hero rod being far superior in quality. I wish Lews would Address this matter, it is cheaply done on the Mach II and a bummer. But anyway, if you are on the fence about purchasing the American hero combo jump on off and do it you ’ ll be stoked, my friend Fish on and keep your line tight

5 Everett P
I purchased this rod about about a month ago and it was well worth the money. Still trying to learn to use this better

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13 Fishing Void X Baitcast Combo

13 Fishing Void X Baitcast Combo

$74.99

WAS: $99.99*

(7)

This combo is perfect for someone who does not want to spend alot. ... Pretty

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5 Edward836
Took this rod out fishing. It can handle both freshwater and saltwater. This combo is perfect for someone who does not want to spend alot.

5 lcj11
I bought this item about 3 weeks ago. I have used it many times and it works great. It has not problem bringing in fish over 4 pounds.

5 Djp11
I bought this for my 12 year old son and he loves it. He struggled with an open spool reel and has had no problems with this reel.

5 hroe10
Perfect intro to a Baitcaster. Good quality and does the job.

5 JPBuckeye07
This is a smooth and powerful rod and reel. Love it!

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Okuma Stratus 7 Casting Rod

Okuma Stratus 7 Casting Rod

$44.99

WAS: $59.99*

(18)

Light, well balanced, and very sensitive. ... Well balanced and comfortable rod. ... Strong rod ... No complaints! ... Highly recommend! ... Best rod for the price ... Good

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5 Mic o
I have used it the passed to weeks. It has great reactions.

5 C4708
Well balanced and comfortable rod. I ’ ve got several hours on this rod and withstood some large fish. Highly recommend!

5 John doe3rd
This rod would be really hard to beat for the price. Light, well balanced, and very sensitive. No complaints!

5 Jordan200
I ’ ve caught bass and I 've caught catfish with this rod also I have caught a koi on the rod and it holds up great it is super light and it looks good definitely one of the best rods for the price I love taking it out on my kayak I have it paired up with the inception g2 by 13 fishing

5 Heck187
Works good so far. No complaints. I ’ m no professional, but it does the trick so far.

Daiwa Lexa Line Counter Baitcasting Reel

Daiwa Lexa Line Counter Baitcasting Reel

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WAS: $259.99-$329.99*

Lew's Wally Marshall Signature Series Crappie Baitcasting Reel

Lew's Wally Marshall Signature Series Crappie Baitcasting Reel

$39.99

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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

St. Croix Legend Elite Casting Rods

St. Croix Legend Elite Casting Rods

$515.00-$540.00

(1)

This rod can last through anything. ... It ’s i very durable. ... Definitely worth it ...

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5 Shsndbf
This rod can last through anything. It ’s i very durable. Definitely worth it

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Smooth Casting Baitcasters

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  • What features should I look for in a smooth casting baitcaster?
  • What materials are commonly used in smooth casting baitcasters?
  • What types of fishing are smooth casting baitcasters best suited for?
  • How does the size of a smooth casting baitcaster affect its performance?
  • What should I consider regarding the drag system of a smooth casting baitcaster?
  • Are there any specific maintenance tips for smooth casting baitcasters?

Frequently Asked Questions For Smooth Casting Baitcasters

When selecting a smooth casting baitcaster, consider features such as gear ratio, drag system, and bearing count. A higher bearing count typically leads to smoother operation, while an appropriate gear ratio can enhance your casting distance and control. Additionally, look for a reliable braking system to help manage line control and prevent backlash.

Smooth casting baitcasters are often made from materials like aluminum, graphite, and composite blends. Aluminum provides durability and strength, while graphite is lightweight and can enhance sensitivity. The choice of materials can affect the overall weight, balance, and performance of the reel.

Smooth casting baitcasters are versatile and can be used for various fishing styles, including freshwater and saltwater fishing. They are particularly effective for techniques that require precision, such as flipping, pitching, and casting lures. Their design allows for greater control and accuracy, making them ideal for targeting specific species.

The size of a smooth casting baitcaster can significantly impact its performance and usability. Smaller reels are typically lighter and easier to handle, making them suitable for finesse techniques, while larger reels can hold more line and handle heavier lures or fish. It's important to choose a size that matches your fishing style and target species.

The drag system is a crucial component of a smooth casting baitcaster, as it controls the amount of resistance a fish feels when pulling on the line. Look for a smooth and consistent drag that can handle the weight of the fish you are targeting. Additionally, consider the maximum drag capacity and how easily it can be adjusted during a fight.

Maintaining a smooth casting baitcaster involves regular cleaning and lubrication to ensure optimal performance. After each use, it's advisable to wipe down the exterior and check for any debris in the reel. Periodic lubrication of the gears and bearings can help maintain smooth operation and prolong the life of the reel.