[6_feet_deep]

Originally Posted by mark poulson

...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]

Originally Posted by Grimsbane

...(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