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[ght]

well guys im just wondering what would you guys say is a good bang for the buck baitcasting reel. Also how much does it cost and where is it available.

[MikeyMikey]

Since I am not a expert on fishing equipment or fish~ I can't say.

Let's start with how much money you got to spend?

Will you buy a $500 reel if it is best bang for buck? I don't think so, right?

[openfire]

ght, GTA fishing reports is for GTA fishing reports only.

Moving...

[ght]

sorry about that.

About the reel im looking for something under 200. So best bang for the buck under 200

[Bvillefish2]

well guys im just wondering what would you guys say is a good bang for the buck baitcasting reel. Also how much does it cost and where is it available.

Just looking in the BPS Early Spring Angler catalog 2008:
Team Daiwa-Tierra-Low profile bait reel ($119.99) bearing 6+1
Team Daiwa-TD pro baitcast reel ($119.99) Bearing 11+1
Shimano-Citica-baitcast reel ($119.99 to $249.99) 5+1

The Catalog is a great book for less than 5 bucks at your local convenence store! Or free at BPS! lol There is alot of good deals at BPS!
Good luck and let us know what you decide?

Marc

[MikeyMikey]

OMG ght! buy a reel already!!!

Just kidding... have you narrowed down your choices yet?

[ght]

yes i have lol and i made my decision. Quantum energy it is $129 plus 50 rebate.

[Bvillefish2]

Nice! Where did you say you bought it?

[NCrossley]

I own a Quantum Energy spinning and a Team Daiwa bait-caster with the twitchin bar (its the blue one $199. at BPS). I have not got the hang of the bait-caster as of yet but I love my QE spinning reel.

[sharper]

Try the Diawa Megaforce it's pretty good and for $59.99 you can't really go wrong.

[spranga]

Try the Diawa Megaforce it's pretty good and for $59.99 you can't really go wrong.

The megaforce is a good reel i used it last year, but got stolen from my locker room

[ght]

thats why i dont keep my fishing stuff in the locker. thiefs always find a way to steel things. well i got the energy at fishing depot

[spranga]

Just picked up the Bill Dance Quantum ds301cx Baitcasting reel with the dslc701mhb rod as a combo at the BPS for $59.99 on sale.

[ght]

thats amazing what are the specs on the rod and reel.

[sharper]

Just picked up the Bill Dance Quantum ds301cx Baitcasting reel with the dslc701mhb rod as a combo at the BPS for $59.99 on sale.

That is an amazing price for the combo.

[spranga]

the rod Medium heavy and is rated for 10-20lb test and 1/4-1 0z lures.Rod is made with IM6 graphite black, cork handle. the reel -Weight: 7.8 oz. Line capacity: 12 lbs./100 yards Line recovery: 25'' per handle turn. Gear ratio: 6.2:1. Has a 3 bearing system, Continuous Anti Reverse, Magnetic cast control and an Aluminum spool.

[esoxseeker]

I learned how to throw a baitcaster with a Shimano Crestfire. Nice reel, cama along with a 6'6 medium Sojourn rod. The wife now is just starting to pick it up, great combo, hasn't let me down yet.

[ght]

sounds like a good deal especially if its a first bait cast combo but i guyess its like everything you npay for what you get ... at least in most cases.

[billspipes]

You should honestly check out the shimano cardiff!

great reel, pretty smooth for the price and they are bulletproof! they're also easy to work on three screws on the side and its open. plus you can't go wrong with a shimano. I love mine i have it on my crankin' rod. 6'6" shimano crucial , med action fast tip. and the cardiff 100