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My old Daiwa spinning reel has finally just plain wore itself out from usage. Parts are no longer available for it so I'm looking for a decent, won't break the bank reel but must have a decent or above average quality drag. This reel will see the bulk of its days jigging pickerel and some flat-lining for lakers as well. Most of my reels will be loaded up with 10# - 15# braid or mono.
So I'm open to suggestions for what you folks are using
Shimano. Even my $30 ones have been great.
Just pick ones in your price range and buy it.
okuma ceymar 40 is working great for me...river jigging and and 3 way setups for trolling no problem. drag is oil felt and works great. smooth action 6 ball bearings for 50$ Im going to get 2 more for my other jigging rods.
Havent tried but hear great things about pfluegar president or however its spelt.
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Sawbill I would suggest you will need to spend at least 50 +. I find the reels today are not as good as a 10 reel 30 years ago. The Shimano seem to be pretty good. I need a new one as my current one I have never liked from day one it was only suppose to be a stop gap measure originally when I bought it.
Take a look at the Mitchell 300 Pro. I replaced my old reel with one on my walleye rod. Back in the day, everyone had a Mitchell 300. Its light, and silky smooth.
I can't say much about the drag, I haven't had the need yet, but the reviews are good.
Looks like a nice reel has 11 bearings. But I must admit I do prefer the little thumb bail flipper.
Maybe this will go on sale at some point or I could use my Canadian Tire money. The Canadian Tire one is 99.00 but for 49 you can get the 300-C from Amazon, but it only has 8 bearings mind you probably better then my crap Shimano IX2000.
I like Abu Garcia reels. The Orra and Cardinal have worked nicely for me. I especially like the heavier bail on them. It just seems more robust.
I'm not terribly concerned about price and do like to feel what I'm buying when I buy. Its a crap shoot with Amazon.ca but you are right--their prices are hard to beat.
How did you wear the reel out, on snags and rocks :) :)
Sawbill, I have pretty much every brand going and as people have said, Shimano is A good Choice as is the Abu-Garcia, and the Pflueger reels are good as well.
Good Luck and GOOD FISHING. Cheers.
[QUOTE=BIG MAC;1031115]How did you wear the reel out, on snags and rocks :) :) QUOTE]
OKay......I'll remember you for that one!
Trying to impress upon the sales guy that I was more concerned with the quality of the drag and less so about it having 50 plus bearings and nice color scheme was a lost cause. I looked at the Penns because I am familiar with their super good trolling reels ( I have 5 ) but their spinning reels seemed to made from used cast iron frying pans. They were super heavy and complex.
After looking at way too many reels I gave up and bought the Pflueger President. My last Pflueger was an old casting reel built somewhere in the 40's or 50's that probably cost about $1.50 when new.
Sooo, thanks for all the replies gents.
I have many of the brands mentioned above but my favorite is my daiwa.
Daiwa BG reel in a 2500 or 3000. For $129 it's probably the best reel available for the price. I have one and I would compare it too a high end daiwa or Shimano triple the cost. Look it up. It's classified as a salt water reel so its a little on the heavy side (around 9 oz not too bad) but it's one heck of the reel for the money. I will be replacing all my spinning reels with this reel over the next few seasons. Great work horse reel especially if it's going to be the only reel you have. Check it out
I bought a Shimano Stradic about 3 years ago. It's the best reel I've had. Loaded with 10 lb power pro and works great. They may be a little overpriced, but I don't regret buying it.
I have had various spinning reals in various sizes and I have found that the ones a few years older and NOT made in China last alot longer, the drag doesn't jump and the bail works smoothly. The trick I use is Kijiji and occasionally e-bay IF I know the model and the seller has a very high rating. Ryobi, Mitchell, Diawa, Shakespeare, Pfleuger, Shimano, Penn .... in that order of preference, all have had things I liked or didn't like about them, some better than other.
There are several that are good buys on here, BUT:
1) always double check the price, I have seen $30 reels being sold by idiots for $300 and have bought $200+ reels for $30 because they just wanted to get rid of it.
2) tighten and loosen the drag a few times testing it is good and check that the bail closes and locks down correctly. A broken gear means you bought parts not a reel.
If your location is right there isn't much point really at looking at this unless you have a friend that can pick it up for you.
https://www.kijiji.ca/b-ontario/new-...g-reel/k0l9004
You may be stuck looking at ebay but you should double check their rating and the exact reel you want.... Cabelas has some sails now and again and I have never tried their home brand reels but they SEEM to have good ratings....
Watch for sales is an option too, Cabelas.
http://www.cabelas.ca/category/fresh...ning-reels/635
Ebay you really have to watch, if they are from the US and the ad says "Customs services and international tracking provided", skip it!!! Canada Post usually doesn't charge the duty and custom fees and is far less than the ebay "Global Shipping Program", it is nothing more that a rip off! I would search the spinning reels based on where they are made like Japan, France, USA since there are so many (and so much junk too).... occasionally there is even an old reel that was made in Canada if you collect at all.
https://www.ebay.ca/sch/i.html?_from...n+usa&_sacat=0
Mosquito - Its interesting that you mention Ryobi as your first choice. Years back I had a ultra light Ryobi reel that was fantastic. I bought it at the defunt Outdoor Store (first big box store). I had it on a short little browning carbon rod. I lost it one night at a cottage on the Moon River. The rod was resting on the deck railing during the night and was hit by lightning. Rocked the whole cottage and everyone flying out of bed. Next morning I checked my 2 piece rod. The end piece had shot off never to be found. The bottom portion of the rod basically exploded with the reel heat damaged beyond further use. I think Ryobi stopped making them because I could never find another. I have always liked Ryobi products since then.
There are a few people that carry Ryobi on ebay, I was actually recently looking at the ones carried here and debating model ... and which way the dollar might go and if I actually needed one.... and how much trouble I would get in from the wife. :silly:Quote:
Originally Posted by Roper
https://www.ebay.ca/sch/m.html?_odkw...+reel&_sacat=0
My main reel for years was a Ryobi that lasted for many years and much abuse even went to the Caribbean one time, the salt was hard on it, I got a deal on an Okuma that is supposed to be saltwater .... and some day I hope it sees saltwater. I have also only used it perhaps 10 to 15 times and am withholding judgment on drag, durability and reliability but SO FAR it seems good.
I have Diawa for all my good reels. The drag is better. I have and love my SS-2 reels after having the older models for years.
My choice for the last few years now has been Ardent reels. The baitcasters work just as well as my Shimano reels at a third of the cost. I have used many different spinning reels and the Ardent line has kept me interested because they seem to keep improving. If you get a chance give them a try you will be impressed.
I've picked up a few Yumoshi reels from Amazon over the summer, 6 different sizes from ultralight to saltwater size, and all for under $30. 10-12 bearings, smooth drag, and they seem to be holding up fine.
John
Pfleuger President XT with the cork on the winding handle. Beautiful reel and occasionally go on for $79.
Shimano Sahara is a good reel.