Live2fish85 Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 Hi everyone. I have a question. I am looking at getting a casting reel in around $100. I have been looking at the Shimano Caenan 100 series and the Okuma Citrix or the Pflueger Trion. Does anyone have a choice towards any of these or maybe what is a better reel in your opinions or something I have missed maybe? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I have 2 Shimano Citicas,an E and a D, and they are bullit proof.Not sure how they line up against the Caenan, but i absolutely love them.They are in the price range you are looking at though. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike01 Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I bought a BPS Pro Qualifier Tournament last year and really like it. http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-Shops-Pro-Qualifier-Tournament-Baitcast-Reel/product/10224165/-1673056 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uglyfish Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 Quantum kinetic pt casting reel is a very nice reel and is about $109. I use one for flippin and love it. Very smooth and looks good. Great reel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattp33 Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I live by shimano reels! i have never had a bad one! I would say ceanan, but i think your going to get a ton of conflicting reviews. I have always been a huge fan of shimano! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmac1984 Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I use curado's which I love, but I recently picked up a caenan for a friend of mine and I've been playing around with it until I can deliver it to him and I almost don't want to give it to him. I don't think you can go wrong with a caenan or anything more than that. Check Ebay too if you are into that, got my curado's for $140 each, I think they sell for around $200 at bass pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ah_long Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 pay $20~30 more for a citica... metal vs plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmer Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 Pflueger President, a little more, but what a reel. Might find one on sale somewhere if you look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PainInTheBass Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I agree with the sentiment of going with the Citica over the Caenan if the budget allows. The Caenan has a graphite frame, and if it will be doing main duty for you, then perhaps the rigidity of aluminum should be considered. At the $100 price point, I would go with a BPS prop qualifier. They are very smooth, easy casting, solid little reels. They are available in a number of different ratios in both left and right handed retrieves. The dual breaking system is more flexible and forgiving than any one braking system. Just my recommendation. Or consider ordering the Okuma Cayenne online from Monster Tackle as they have an incredible sale on these reels at the moment. These reels come packed with ABEC 5 bearings standard, which leads to improved casting performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 Pflueger President, a little more, but what a reel. Might find one on sale somewhere if you look. I'll second this. Amazing reel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted May 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I am going to check out the Citica and the Pflueger I own to Pflueger spinning reals and I really like the but I will check them out and see what I find thanks for the help everyone. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 the drag in the Pflueger isn't as good from what I recall. they may have changed it though buy now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 i love my shimanos, but the new rapala r-type baitcast reel looks/feels very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 i love my shimanos, but the new rapala r-type baitcast reel looks/feels very nice. I was looking at one of those too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millhouse2020 Posted May 18, 2011 Report Share Posted May 18, 2011 I was looking at one of those too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millhouse2020 Posted May 18, 2011 Report Share Posted May 18, 2011 Gotta buy what feels good to you and is in your price range. I agree you will get many conflicting comments here and Im sure if you go with anything that was mentioned, you wont be disappointed. I personally own a bunch of baitcasters, Shimano, Abu Garcia, Quantam and others. To be honest, I have not had a bad one really but you get what you pay for. More expensive reels seems to have better gears, balance and are generally smoother resulting in fewer backlashes. That being said, I personally think the entry level product is much better than it was 10-20 years ago so you are getting more for your money. The best tip I can give is be sure to maintain whatever you buy. Last year I invested in some proper reel oil and grease and gradually worked through all my rigs and cleaned and lubed them. Wow what a difference!!! Some of my old equipment seems to work better than new. Even stuff that has not been used will have had oil and grease dry up over time. It pays to do regular maintenance, once a season is enough Im sure either before or after the season. Some of these are nice projects for winter evenings when you are sitting by a fire dreaming about open water... Just be dilligent when taking things apart or you may have a nightmare putting them back together. I love my Abu6500 as its smooth, strong and reliable but man it was a bear to get back together, lots of misc moving parts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted May 18, 2011 Report Share Posted May 18, 2011 the drag in the Pflueger isn't as good from what I recall. they may have changed it though buy now. I'll second that. My drag on my Supreme stopped working properly after 1 season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Is King Posted May 18, 2011 Report Share Posted May 18, 2011 Pflueger President, a little more, but what a reel. Might find one on sale somewhere if you look. Another vote for the this one! I picked up a large version (6740X) last year for about $80. Great reel. I also have a bunch of micro Trions that I use for panfish and ice fishing. I love them too. I kids are now using them. Even with the "beginner abuse" they stand up well and work great. I think I paid $40 at PBS for them. Plus they come with a spare spool (not all reels do!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Jones Posted May 18, 2011 Report Share Posted May 18, 2011 quantum resource is on sale at Canadian tire right now half price regularly $100 on for $50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshS Posted May 18, 2011 Report Share Posted May 18, 2011 Look into the Abu revo S too. I know from my friends experiences getting into fishing that cheaper baitcasting reels arent always a great investment. Look into spending a little more if you can and you won't regret much. Citica is a great option too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 Most of my casting reels for the last 30+ years have been Shimano`s, some Abu Garcia reels mixed in. Common reels, parts are readily available, if a tight budget a Citica isn`t a bad reel. You can also check Ebay for a gently used old model Curado, good reels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted May 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 Thanks everyone after some PM's back and forth I have decided what I am going to get I am going to wait a bit and save up till I have enough to buy a Curado may as well just get the one I will want next. Saves some money in the end for tackle. Thanks Geoff and everyone else that replied. Thanks Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 Good idea I have a Curado 300e, and you wont regret the wait. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ah_long Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 20% off on the curados and citicas @ lebaron right now.. act fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 (edited) good call Chris, good call. 300e/301e series will do just what you want for many years. Edited May 19, 2011 by GBW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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