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[pop-vlado]

I am trying to decide between a Rapala Classic Drifter or Okuma Sheffield. I can essentially get both reels brand new for around $175. I don't have experience using either of the two reels so if anyone could help me out I would appreciate it 

 

Thanks guys!

[CJR]

Get the okuma, from what I've seen and from my friends experience the rapala ones aren't the best quality. Okuma will be good.

[ChaseChrome]

oops

 

just a suggestion

 

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[ChaseChrome]

I hear it's a good ice fishing pin as well...

[fishing89]

You already know my opinion. Been fishing with the drifter since start of steel season. Never a problem, landed tons of fish on it.

 

CJR would be a better expert though

[alwayscatching]

I really don't know much about float reels or fishing but I do know Okuma has some great products from personal use. Rods and their current line of Baitcasters are great. Got the chance to fish a couple times with some of their gear.

[Hucho Hucho]

You can try my Okuma when we go out together.

[FrequentFlyer]

this one....no more worries about big runs

 

 

 

but in all seriousness...okuma makes a pretty decent pin

[w_ boughner]

Have you seen the new ravens ??? That's a nice reel

[DEVIN]

HEY, i currently own a shefield and enjoy it. however for a couple dollars more you can pick up the okuma raw 2. my buddy has that reel and i can tell you that its really good. infact its prefered over his KP. LOL well thats just my two sense on this. Hope this has helped you.

[Hucho Hucho]

HEY, i currently own a shefield and enjoy it. however for a couple dollars more you can pick up the okuma raw 2. my buddy has that reel and i can tell you that its really good. infact its prefered over his KP. LOL well thats just my two sense on this. Hope this has helped you.

RAW 2 is same reel with ugly colors

[TRINIBOY]

RAW 2 is same reel with ugly colors

Arrrrrrr don't think so I'm the buddy he's referring to besides the colour does not matter as long as the reel holds fish. Hehehe

[buck]

Arrrrrrr don't think so I'm the buddy he's referring to besides the colour does not matter as long as the reel holds fish. Hehehe

 

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[acmarou]

Check out the classifieds on that other site. I picked up a mint Islander (spooled with backing & line) for $250 a while back. There was a new in the box  Rapala for $120 not long ago. There are always deals to be had. Good Luck! 

[staffman]

there is a KP Regal there now for 280

[TRINIBOY]

hey trini, why do you prefer the Okuma to the KP?

KP is alot heavier and I really don't like the placement of the spool lock. Both spins just as smooth so why not. Personal preference i guess. Now I use the KP on bigger rivers as its easier to reel in faster because of the bigger spool.

[troutddicted]

Remember this?  By the way, my stomach is killing me!

 

[TRINIBOY]

Remember this? By the way, my stomach is killing me!

Hahaha that's what happens with the hot stuff. Gotto build resistance bro.

[FishinGuRu]

Just purcashed the Rapala Classic Drifter.. its probably the best bang for your buck @ $179.

[DILLIGAF?!]

Okuma raw ii. $180 + tax...If you buy it at the right time (sale) 15% off...you're good to go.