28 replies to this topic

[Jon_570]

looking to buy a new reel. I,ve been looking at the Abu Revo s. wondering if this is is a good reel or if anyone has any other reels to try within same Price range.

[taildancer2]

That new shimano curado is very nice also. I heard the revo was a good reel also.
Just got the curado 300 for muskies and can't wait for soft water.

[Brian_Va]

Diawa:yeah:

[LooksLikeSinbad]

I have the revo sx and I love it. I have read that the braking on the S is very good too.

The only neg. info I have read about the revos is that the break/tension settings are difficult to set up. I think that is because they have the capacity to spin really really fast so if you loosen them up too much you'll backlash. I found that if you just tighten everything up for the first cast, then gradually loosen it up you'll be fine.

[Skeeter]

I have heard alot of good things about the high end Revo. All of the people that I have talked to have been very happy with them. Sinbad made an excellent point about the adjustment. Since the Japanese Shimano and Diawa reels have become so popular, many people have ordered them and then just turned around and sold them. All of the new reels of today are shooting at being tricked out. They are "hot" reels to throw. It does not take much to backlash them. Many of us like to think that we are pretty efficient at throwing baitcasters. But as hot as the new reels are, you will have to practice at throwing them. Read my article under general topics about these reels. There is alot of information on them in the article. The largest problem with all of these new reels is the heavy spools. Their "moment of inertia" is really too much. Moment of inertia is the revolution of the spool when you first make the cast. Heavy spools take a fair amount of force to get them started. Once they start that spool wants to continue spinning. This is what causes the backlashes. It is like trying to slow down a freight train once it is running at high speed. That weight gets alot of momentum going. You really need to train the thumb to handle it. The spools on my Scorpion 1000s are as thick and as light as paper. I really wish I could let you hold one. You would freak on how it is made. I still ball them up now and then, but once you get the hang of it you will be just fine. Tighten your stuff down untill you get use to it. You will get the hang of it.
Skeeter

[Jon_570]

thanks to everyone going to pick a revo s up next week

[dvowell]

You'll like the Revo S once you practice with it a bit. I own two (2) Revo STXs, one (1) SX and one (1) S. Listen to what Skeeter said...many of the new reels today are really hot, the Revo's are no different, especially the STXs...they are every bit as free as my Daiwa's, including a TD-Ito.

-D

[6_feet_deep]

I throw my cranks on TD Sols and LOVE THEM...light, low sitting, and throw 1/8oz baits without problem. I can't speak from experience but people are liking the new TD Pro that Bass Pro sells...it's made in China, but it's only $115 and is supposed to be pretty tough. TD-Zillion's are the best under $300 reel you can buy in my opinion...I own 5. A buddy of mine has had great things to say about the high end revo too. Good luck with whatever you decide!

[Skeeter]

You guys got some stuff to look forward to. Shimano is getting ready for another revamp. You should like what you see. They will be introduced at ICAST. So stay tuned.
Skeeter

[mark poulson]

Skeeter,
How much does a magnesium spool add to the price of a reel?
It seems to me that the lighter spool makes throwing smaller/lighter baits much easier.
I have several Pflueger Summits, which weight 7.8 ozs, and they cast light stuff really well, but they don't compare to the Chronarch 50 MG I have.
It would seem to me that manufacturing aftermarket magnesium spools would be a good business. Those spools would make any of the newer reels an instant winner.

[6_feet_deep]

mark poulson said:

...It would seem to me that manufacturing aftermarket magnesium spools would be a good business. Those spools would make any of the newer reels an instant winner.

You are right sir:

Tuning spools for Shimano reels

I don't know how versitile they are to be used in various models however. I'm a Daiwa guy and I can get lighter drilled spools..aluminum & magnesium...for all of the reels I own. Hope this helps!

[Grimsbane]

I've been looking for a new reel my self.

How does the Quantum Accurist rate if anyone knows, I really want it for what i think is the versatility of it with the flippin switch and all.

BTW these are some of the rebates i have found while looking for reels

Shimano: Curado $50 Citica $30 Cruxis $20
Quantum: Tour Edition and Energy PT $50 , Accurist $30,
Tour edition PTi Energy PTi Catalyst PTi

[Grimsbane]

I've been looking for a new reel my self.

How does the Quantum Accurist rate if anyone knows, I really want it for what i think is the versatility of it with the flippin switch and all.

BTW these are some of the rebates i have found while looking for reels

Shimano: Curado $50 Citica $30 Cruxis $20
Quantum: Tour Edition and Energy PT $50 , Accurist $30,
Tour edition PTi Energy PTi Catalyst PTi $15
Abu Garcia: Revo $50 with purchase of Fenwick or All Star Rod.

[mark poulson]

The Accurist is a good all around reel. I've use one for years, and it's held up fine.
I like the flipping switch for buzz baits, so I can engage the reel the second the lure hits the water, and I can begin the action with the rod while I switch hands. Of course, I got a left handed Kevin VanDam from Bass Pro, and don't have to switch any more.
I think the KVD, also a Quantum reel but made for BPS, is a better reel for the money.
I use one for sight fishing, and for blades and frogs on 50lb. braid.
The only knock on both of these reels is they won't throw light lures well. 3/8oz. is the lightest I can throw well with them. Even though I am using 8lb. line, and a rod rated for 1/8oz.
If you're throwing lighter stuff, and can afford it, the Pflueger Summit is great for the $160 price, or you can splurge and get a Shimano Chronarch MG50, for $250, and it will throw anything.

[Grimsbane]

Whew !! Looks like i need to start me a reel fund on the side. (one the wifey poo doesnt know about) roflmao

[6_feet_deep]

Grimsbane said:

...(one the wifey poo doesnt know about) roflmao

Just distract her with new shoes and some flowers at least once every month or so.

[King Bait Co.]

I was going to get a Quantum but the guy at the tackle shop said if they discontinued the model it would be hard to get parts. They also won't fix them under warranty if its discontinued. If you bought it a month be for they got rid of the model. If thats all true I don't know for sure you may want to check before getting one Grimsbane.

[will_m68]

I have the Quantum: Tour Edition PT and I like it real well. I can tell you that if I use the hot sauce it does make a difference.

[mark poulson]

I sent a couple of older reels back to Quantum for repair, and they replaced them with newer versions.

[Grimsbane]

That's what i was wondering! Thanks guys.

If a company will stand behind their products like that, they're a winner IMO.

BTW already started my fund, cooked the wifey poo dinner ( chicken on the grill), i'm eatin ramen noodles lol:whistle: