siwash Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 I know these reels are a little dated and 'no-frills' - are their any opinions out there on them - positive or negative? Thanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camillj Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 (edited) Depending on your application .... fabulous ... I use them to troll lead line and they are indestructible ... I also use one to troll 30lb mono for big toothy critters ... and love it ... as a casting reel ... well there are probably better options ... but I am a huge fan of the 209 (and 309) and have a number that are almost as old as me .. and thats OLD ! Edited June 3, 2009 by camillj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siwash Posted June 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 thanks! what do they usually retail for? i will strictly troll with it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowPoke Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 I love 209 & 309's. Silky smooth drag, large capacity, great clickers and bulletproof. The downside is slow retrieve rate. If you're buying new, have a look at the 209LC - linecounter. The benefit of a linecounter plus a slightly better gear ratio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 I've got a 209. Had it since about 1977. Nice smooth reel for trolling, but yes, the gear ratio means a little extra cranking. If I recall correctly, the main difference between older ones and newer ones is that the newer ones have a plastic spool instead of metal. I don't think that would matter much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 I have 2 and use them for salmon trolling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siwash Posted June 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2009 Just bought a pair of these for $40! In very good condition. They're made in the U.S. so a bit older but probably better than the "made in china" 209! Both reels were spooled with flee-flicker... I think I got a good deal... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musky_man Posted June 6, 2009 Report Share Posted June 6, 2009 209s and 309s are as solid as they come -- great reels. Often find the older ones (as good as new) on E-Bay for peanuts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siwash Posted June 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2009 209s and 309s are as solid as they come -- great reels. Often find the older ones (as good as new) on E-Bay for peanuts. Ya, but Ebay's a pain in the arse.. shipping, waiting, unexpected costs...plus yu don't know what you're buying... I saw mine on Kijiji (the best thing ever invented) got in my car and drove 15 mins, inspected what I was buying and paid $20 each for spooled and quality reels.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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