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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.
$89.99
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...
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.
$329.99
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
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
$199.99
The perfect baitcaster for beginners and experts and everyone in between ... Best baitcaster I ’ ve ever
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
$139.99
It ’s very smooth with 40lb braid. ... This reel cast smoothly and has almost no backlash. ... Great reel, casts like butter. ... Awesome Bait casting reel ... Casts
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.
$79.99
Running 15 lb braided line, works like a charm for long casts and medium quick retrieve. ... this was the first bait caster i ever bought and i love it. ... Did not disappoint with a 7. 1. 1 gear
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.
$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.
$149.99
Good caster ... Really good break system, really great casting as well. ... I bought this for myself and I am really loving it, if you adjust the system( which is what your supposed to do on baitcasters) and know how to use a baitcaster it doesn ’ t birds nest at...
5
mason41
I bought this for myself and I am really loving it, if you adjust the system( which is what your supposed to do on baitcasters) and know how to use a baitcaster it doesn ’ t birds nest at all.
5
Rican Angler
Purchased this as my first baitcaster and it has performed well. Really good break system, really great casting as well.
4
Fishee
Good rod. Does birds nest on the reel which is awful but overall good
$95.99
WAS: $119.99*
Smooth casting ... Smooth casting. ... 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...
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.
$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.
$489.99
Both are great and so light and smooth. ... Birthday gift ... Amazing Shimano ... [ Have not had a chance to put line on this beautiful reel but I am sure I won ’ t be
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.
$191.99
WAS: $239.99*
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
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.
$167.99
WAS: $209.99*
Very smooth cast& retrieve ... I use Lew's reels but this one is smooth as butter ... I went fishing yesterday and let me tell you, this was the smoothest casting combo I ’ ve ever
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!
$79.99
Solid and Smooth Casting Reel ... This reel is very sturdy and well- balanced. ... Awesome combo thank you Dicks! ... Best reel
5
Larry Gladin
Best reel yet! Paired it with a St Croix Bass X rod. Awesome combo thank you Dicks!
5
Great Inserts for Tumbler
This reel is very sturdy and well- balanced. It holds 8 pound test line nicely and casts smoothly.
$224.99
It is very smooth and it casts a mile. ... I plan to let my wife use it this spring for stripers she loves going but struggles throwing bigger baits on spinning tackle and has a hard time with bait casters this will be perfect for
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.
$82.49
WAS: $109.99*
Casts as smooth as butter and love the camo pattern. ... I bought it for my daughter she loves it smooth cast ... smooth retrieve, casts surprisingly well for the price, and the retro styling really stands
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.
$249.99
Easy to set up and almost ready to cast right out of the box. ... 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...
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.
$224.99
The break help a ton and once you spend a day with it, you ’ ll cast however far you want without birds nesting it. ... Great reel for a frog rod, swimbait rod, or heavy
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.
$59.99
WAS: $74.99*
After like two times at the pond I did it backlash in I be casting really far with this and I 'm very glad that I bought this. ... this rod combow is a great combo to use and it comes ready to go out of the box and has a very smooth
5
Audit1275
I purchased the Zebco Roam Baitcast Combo on May 31, 2025, and after several weekends on the water, I ’ ve been really impressed with its performance. The reel is smooth and responsive, and the braking system makes it forgiving for anglers still refining their baitcasting technique. The rod has a sturdy backbone with just the right amount of sensitivity for feeling bites, and it handles everything from soft plastics to crankbaits without any issues. Casts are consistent, and backlash is minimal once you take a little time to dial it in. This combo is a great fit for anyone who ’s looking to get into baitcasting or wants a reliable backup setup that won ’ t break the bank. Zebco nailed the balance between affordability and function with this one. Highly recommended for weekend anglers or anyone looking to upgrade from a spinning setup!
5
Little tiger fisherman
My son really enjoyed the new fishing rod. He told his friends.
5
Brianna L H
I bought this product one week ago I used it on the water and it very much impressed me. I 'm so glad that I thought this because I did not know how to use a baitcaster but I saw that they looked so fun to use in that it's better than spinning reel at least that's what I heard online. When I actually tried it I did n't know how to use it but it was little difficult at first but I feel like this was the first beginning one to use. My best friend had one that he just bought did n't know how to use one at the time and I fully backlashed it so using this helped me to actually how to use it and it would n't backlash on me. After like two times at the pond I did it backlash in I be casting really far with this and I 'm very glad that I bought this. This is great quality for the great price it is and is very easy to fit in cars because it's two piece which means it can snap in half. So if you want to baitcaster I recommend this one if you 're a beginner.
5
FishDad
Got 2 of these for my 11 and 10 yr old sons. One right handed, one left. Came with line and reel action is great along with 6' 6 '' MH Rod. My kids love to use 3/8 Crankbait and 1/2oz jigs on the combo. Great price for intro baitcaster!
5
Pitt79
Bought for 12 year old son. He loves it easy to use
$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.
$219.99
Made me a better `` flipper '' and `` skipper '' with the shallow spool and features. ... Highly recommend! ... The skipping feature is outstanding, no more
5
merkel
I now own 6 of these. I use them for everything except moving baits and Carolina rigs. The skipping feature is outstanding, no more backlashes.
5
Fatpat1982
I bought this because I have been wanting to try this reel and I finally get to try it.
5
Dezsi
Made me a better `` flipper '' and `` skipper '' with the shallow spool and features. Highly recommend!
$304.99
Very smooth, strong drag, braking system makes it almost impossible to backlash, even with weightless baits. ... Very impressed with the casting distance I was getting and that DC
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.
$199.97
WAS: $219.99*
The reel is great, casts with ease and is so smooth. ... The reels cast great, the retrieve is smooth, and they are strong. ... Really smooth casting and
5
DicksAssociate1016
Out of all the reels that I have purchased over the past year I would say this is my best and favorite reel once i got it adjusted to me.
5
G Craig
Light weight offering great casting distance. Matched up with a Lew ’s 7 ’ 2 ” rod I can throw 1/8oz tackle with ease. Great for creek fishing.
5
Daven61
I have 3 other reels just like this one. The reel is great, casts with ease and is so smooth. This model is one of my favorites and it ’s worth the$ 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...
$44.99
WAS: $69.99*
That said, the rod has great action and the real is very smooth and accurate. ... Great durable pole and great casting ... Bought this 3 weeks ago and love the lightweight and it casts great caught a 13 lbs catfish the other day with
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.
$539.99
THIS WAS INCREDIBLE AND I WOULD DEFINITELY BUY MORE, Casting was amazing too, and it was perfect for reeling in big
5
bassfisher21
THIS WAS INCREDIBLE AND I WOULD DEFINITELY BUY MORE, Casting was amazing too, and it was perfect for reeling in big fish
$29.99
Great rod for all kinds of fishing ... Ibought it 2 months ago and love the way my reel fits the
5
ashtron
Ibought it 2 months ago and love the way my reel fits the rod
$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.
$99.97
WAS: $119.99*
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 beautifully without the chronic snarls and `` birds' nests '' of the old
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
$274.99
Absolutely smooth, easy casting and great for a variety of lures from finesse texas rigs to spinnerbaits and lipless cranks! ... Great Lightweight/Finesse
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!
$175.99
WAS: $219.99*
Personally I use it for heavy casting and really like the spool, gearing options, and crank choice. ... The optionality when buying this reel, makes it potentially perfect for a variety of use
5
Pike_Puller
The optionality when buying this reel, makes it potentially perfect for a variety of use cases. Personally I use it for heavy casting and really like the spool, gearing options, and crank choice. Smooth, light for its size, and priced accordingly. Yet to disappoint and will update after about a year of use should things change or if maintenance is somehow problematic — not anticipating that.
$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!
$244.99
I have it pulled up with £20 fluorocarbon and it is a super smooth cast. ... Great heavy swimbait casting reel! ... The breaking system could be easier to dial on the water, but once you have it set you ’ re good to
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.
$379.99
This is by far the best casting reel I own. ... I got this one on sale( a little$ off) and it is in another league than any other reel I have. ... This is expensive, yes, but it is
5
Frivers
This is by far the best casting reel I own. This is expensive, yes, but it is awesome. I have always bought$ 100-$ 150 reels. I got this one on sale( a little$ off) and it is in another league than any other reel I have.
$149.97
WAS: $179.99*
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...
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!
$179.97
WAS: $209.99*
Good gear ratio, smooth casting ... Great for fresh water fishing, will not let you down in performance or handling with a 7' ft. ... Use can fish mono, fluorocarbon, or braid it handles them all
5
CatfishJ
Know matter where you fish the Abu- Garcia C4 is ready. Use can fish mono, fluorocarbon, or braid it handles them all well. Catfish channel cats, flathead cats this reel has the power to bring them in!
5
Mike2015
This is one of the best reel I ever own. Great for fresh water fishing, will not let you down in performance or handling with a 7' ft. medium heavy rod.
5
Muskyfisherman
This is the second Ambassadeur that I have purchased, and I love them both. My only complaint is the shipping company- UPS never deliver my packages to the right house.
5
Krissy133
Some reels cost more than the C4, but this one gets the job done. Excellent and did n't spend$ 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.
$99.99
WAS: $119.99*
Really smooth when reeled in. ... Bought this pole about a month ago and it ’s been smooth and easy to use. ... Casts great ... The husband absolutely loves how far this combo
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
$199.97-$229.99
WAS: $229.99*
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
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!
$129.99
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
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
$52.49
WAS: $69.99*
Smooth retrieve, casts well, drag is smooth. ... It is smooth and casts great, and I caught large mouth and small mouth with it. ... Great reel light and cast great small and compact good
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
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WAS: $159.00-$169.00*
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
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.
$119.99
WAS: $149.99*
Fishing pool is one of the best poles I have used, won ’ t be buying any other
5
Mystery
Fishing pool is one of the best poles I have used, won ’ t be buying any other brand
$199.99
The drag is smooth and it casts well. ... The first thing I noticed about this reel was it's compact size and comfort in
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.
$95.99
WAS: $119.99*
Smooth cast and great adjustments. ... Very smooth. ... I 've had thos combo for a little more than a month and it still holds up well gives me good casts and the rod is amazing no problems with this combo 10/10
5
PatreekStar
Smooth cast and great adjustments. Easy set up. Beautiful colors too
5
Kvillas
I bought this as my first baitcaster and let me tell you is so easy to use. My friend have more expensive ones and constantly get bird nest. I have not yet encounter a major one i had a few small ones that were easy to resolve i will def recommend
5
Chris the Fisherman
I 've had thos combo for a little more than a month and it still holds up well gives me good casts and the rod is amazing no problems with this combo 10/10 buy
5
Kurlyways
Great rod and reel. Lew ’s knocked it out the park with this one the quality feel between the overall balance and the smoothness of the reel it certainly doesn ’ t fish like a “ 100 ” dollar combo. I ’ ve been fishing over 30 years now and throwing a bait caster since I was a teenager and I ’ ll tell you this thing is killer all jokes aside. The rod on the American hero surpasses the rod on The mach II I have both of these combos, but Ive had to glue the rods tip eye back on twice now with the Mach II it Pulled itself out of the tip of the rod, just by setting the hook on a Small bass, Didn ’ t notice until it felt different when I would cast and the Mach II costs a 100$ ’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
$89.99
Nice smooth action and its the first baitcaster he's had and the learning curve has been easy. ... Hardly ever backlashes, dial the brakes mostly in and it ’s good to
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.
$74.99
WAS: $99.99*
This is a smooth and powerful rod and reel. ... I had the 13 Fishing Origin reel, and I really liked the design especially for the palm grip it just fits really well in
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!
$39.99
This reel had a smooth cast and a very good distance. ... Works excellent ... Great reel ... Best reel ever for jigging smelts out of my ice shack. ... Very
$515.00-$540.00
This rod can last through anything. ... It ’s i very durable. ... Definitely worth it ...
5
Shsndbf
This rod can last through anything. It ’s i very durable. Definitely worth it
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.
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