hotrod Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 I've got a leeds I bought 25 years ago when I was a young pup that I still use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twocoda Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 i just retired my StreamRunner last year served me 15 years .....picked up a Sheffield at a moderate price 250ish...honestly i dont have ANY complaints works great in cold and start up is instant...the only reason i retired the StreamRunner was this particular reel had a leather crest on the backside of it and it was beginning to peel off from years of weathering ...great unit though ... The price of the reel does NOT make a fisherman !!!!....although so many Boe Boes seem to think so ...i would suggest you borrow or buy moderate to see if you even like the technique ( it isnt for everyone) but once you have mastered pins youll love it !!! Good luck on your choice i wish i had a video for every new fishermans first hook up on a pin....can be some pretty funny footage... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eyeforelle Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 Islander hands down is the best bang for your buck. Built like a rock and spins as smooth as silk. It was my first float reel and I still use it steady to this day. The Raven SST3 is another option. Very smooth and light like a feather. Only problem though is that I don’t see it being very sturdy. Bass Pro carries the Raven SST3 for $279.99, which is a very reasonable price for that reel. An Islander is going to run you anywhere between $300-$350, but they are well worth the money. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kemper Posted January 17, 2009 Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 Once again guys thanks for the input. Kemper, the Raven that you buy did you buy new or used? FLEX- John bought it new, but was buying a whole ton of other stuff at the time so I got a break on the price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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