Need a new Spinning reel...

[addy79]

Hey guys,

I'm in desperate need of a new fishing reel. The Shimano Stradic caught my eye right away, but its REALLY expensive! I don't mind spending around $100 for a reel, but $160 is a little excessive for me. Does anyone have any suggestions for a good quality reel no more than $100MAX?

I've always prefered Shimano reels, but won't discriminate.

Thanks.

[Raf]

Daiwa are my #1 choice for spinning reels. Just find the model in your price range. They've a few that will suit your needs.

[bassman]

Daiwa or Abu Garcia.

[addy79]

everyone always seems to point me towards Diawa's?!? Are they that good?? To be honest I've never really strayed from Shimano's

[ecmilley]

diawa, abu or shimano are all excellant products and you really can't go wrong with any of them, i prefer shimano, and for the C note area look at a sarhara

[motv8tr]

I have a Shimano Sahara that I really like, don't know what it's worth money wise as it was a gift.

 

Maureen

[Raf]

yep, you really can';t go wrong with any of them

 

http://www.tackletour.com/menuarchive.html has some head-to-head comparisons; shimano vs daiwa to confuse you some more.

 

i find daiwa spinning reels have the best drags. that is just me.

 

you might be able to get a capricorn or laguna around that price if you shop around.

Edited June 14, 2007 by Raf

[douG]

Raf is right on the money. You can't beat Daiwa for value.

[Fang]

Daiwa SS 1300 can usually be picked up for right around $99 nowadays. I've had mine for almost 10 years - never let me down

 

If BPS has any more of last years Pro Qualifiers left (PQS1500 or 2000's) they were being sold off at $69 each. Very nice reel for the price.

[lew]

I've had a Shimano Sahara for a few years that I use for springtime pickeral and have been very happy with it, and it should fall right in your budget.

[Roy]

You're getting solid advice there Adam except for what Doug says. Doug knows nothing about spinning reels.

 

Good luck in your search.

[douG]

JB's has the Daiwa Theory for $109. If you ask, Steve or Brian might spool it for you with XL or P Line fluoro for free.

 

Adam, just to clarify Roy's comment(s), that was really a poorly disguised compliment.

Edited June 14, 2007 by douG

[Raf]

thanks Roy!

[Roy]

Doug thinks so much of his Daiwa Theory that he left it at my place for a year. I didn't use it either.

[Headhunter]

That blows that "Theory" right outta the water!

HH

[solopaddler]

Shipped to your door in less than week.....

 

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/template...&hasJS=true

 

OR

 

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/template...&hasJS=true

 

OR

 

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/template...&hasJS=true

[Canuck2fan]

For a hundred bucks don't overlook the Pflueger Specialist BPS has them at 99.99 and for the money you won't find a smoother reel. I haven't got one of them yet but I do have the reel it replaced from last year the medalist it has been one very tough reel so far. I was at BPS on Saturday and if you try the Pflueger for feel against any 100.00 dollar Diawa or Shimano either of those others WILL feel like you are grinding silverware in your sink disposal in comparision to how smooth and true the Pflueger retrieves.

Edited June 14, 2007 by Canuck2fan

[addy79]

So Canuck, was the Pflueger able to handle that monster in your avatar with little trouble??!??

[addy79]

yep, you really can';t go wrong with any of them

 

http://www.tackletour.com/menuarchive.html has some head-to-head comparisons; shimano vs daiwa to confuse you some more.

 

i find daiwa spinning reels have the best drags. that is just me.

 

you might be able to get a capricorn or laguna around that price if you shop around.

AWESOME website!! thanks for the info!

[tonyb]

If you can cough up $18.43 on top of your budget you can buy a Shimano Stradic 2500 or Team Daiwa Advantage 2000 from Cabelas. Both quality reels.

 

$118.43 delivered to your doorstep (Shipping and U.S. exchange rate included in that price)

 

Team Daiwa Advantage 2000

 

Shimano Stradic 2500

 

 

Either that or go for the Shimano Sahara about $83 at Le Barons.

Edited June 14, 2007 by tonyb

[addy79]

Shipped to your door in less than week.....

 

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/template...&hasJS=true

 

OR

 

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/template...&hasJS=true

 

OR

 

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/template...&hasJS=true

 

are these american prices??

[douG]

For further clarification, that Theory was inadvertently left behind at Lakair last year, and despite many requests for shipment, I had to actually meet Roy in Picton to receive it.

[tbayboy]

I picked up the Sahara this year (facing the same decision as you vs the Stradic) and have been very happy with it, great real for a nice price. The recommendations about Cabelas are dead on as well - given the current dollar rate its definitely worth looking south of the border if you want to save a bit.

[addy79]

WOW! Cabela's has some good prices!! if the shipping and exchange are included in that price than its sold!

[FishHeadRic]

For that price you should be able to pick up a Quantam Catalyst as well. I bought one the first year they came out and have been very happy with it.

 

FHR