11-06-06, 12:31 AM | #26 |
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Some bass pro reels are also made by pflueger.
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yeah,like the jonhy morris signature baitcast reel looks just like a pflueger president.
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11-07-06, 11:23 PM | #28 |
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Actually pfleuger made the BPS reels until last year.
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11-08-06, 01:26 PM | #29 |
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Yeah, I have a BPS PQX10HB....schematically it is identical to a pflueger purist.
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I got up-sold to an Abu Revo S while doing research. The pinnacle is an excellent fresh water reel, but I am so inclined to cross my stuff over. Heard the horror stories about fishing BPS extremes in the salt and they are the same reel, went for a little more salt protection. I still think Ill get one for spring bass but thats a ways away.
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For the record, let's stop saying that a 200 dollar reel won't outperform a lesser priced reel....especially Shimano. Because, there is not a reel made that will out perform one of the new Curados. It's a fact...That's why it's more expensive. Because it's better....Trust me...it is....
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No one is saying a 200 dollar reel wont outperform a cheap one. Was the first reel you owned a 'rado? I really doubt it. If you have limited funds you dont have to feel like you arent fishing right without a shimano. I have owned many, and thrown many Id like to own, will I spend 200 bucks for the new 'rado. NO. I can get a calcutta for less or a Chronarch MG for 50 bucks more which will definately out last and out perform a new 'rado.
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Ive never had much luck with shimanos. The best advice I can give is to think about how much you fish,what your budget is,and what you fish for. If you follow this you will get a reel that you will enjoy.
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Put the new Platinum on a Pinnacle Lexus 7' Medium with a SLOOOOW Action and hauled a 3.5, and 4 around 2 on Monday. I really like this cheap little reel. Its smooth and easy to use, still trying to adjust to having external brake control. I like my 'rado SF but this is the new worm setup. I think itll be A-plus for specs a little later this year.
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I'm with skeeter, for the $$$$ extremes are the best reel made. But I still fish my $200 Diawa for flipping.
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PNJ, I think you should face the reality that this is just fishing equipment. Calm down a bit man
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I'v got bad news for all of ya there's only about 3 major manufacturers for all the reels from overseas and they all use the same manufacturer for their bearings. It's just the different types. But will have to agree on a few things though. Mainly construction material of the frames(alum.,graphite,etc.) Graphite is cheaper but will not hold up in the long run by long run I mean 15 years or so. Amount of bearings in a reel and where they're placed alot of overkill on this now and ABEC rating of bearings. Also what fits my hand and such. For my money a Shimano Cardiff is extremely hard to beat it's a poor man's Calcutta but I prefer a round reel. Now if you want the low down on the toughest reel or what's the most durable call a reel repair shop. The one I use said he won't own anything but a Shimano Calcutta. Absolute finest made according to him.
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Everyone has an opinion on reels. I myself cannot justify the hefty price tag that some reels are toting around. I just was browsing a BPS catalog last week and saw a reel (not sure of the brand) that was $699! Are you kidding me?? A reel that I bought early this year that I absolutely love is the BPS Extreme baitcaster. It carries a price tag of $49-79.00 and it is fast, smooth and I've never had a backlash with it. I threw mostly crankbaits with it and it was super. I wish I was shilling for a sponsor here, but I am not.
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i know the reel boss is talking about if im right and it is the calais dc and man it is sexy hahaha
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o and shimano is ****e for spinning reels quantum (ahhhhhhhhhhhh)
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http://www.basspro.com/servlet/catal...rTarget=browse I wuoldnt say that nothing will outperform this reel: As I havent tested alll other reels made. I am willing to say that if I could shoose one bass reel, this would be it. Daiwas are made with great parts, even the cheap ones. Ive been fishing hard with a 15$ Daiwa reel for 6 years, and havent had a single problem. read this reveiw off of bps: "Sure i have used other reels, shimano curado; which i have owned 4 at a time, and at the time would have claimed to be the best reel on the market, but what is the best? unless you have tried them all so as to give and accurate account, one dont really know. one day i was willing to take a chance and buy a diawa liberto pixy, and ultra finesse reel. one of the best ideas i have ever had. turnes out to be my favorite reel, but that is another story. I later thought if this little reel was so smooth and so light maybe the TD-Z would be an equal but after purchasing one i would have to say i was a little disappointed. but then the steez hit the market, a true equal to the pixy, but a supped up version. strong features strong drag, ultra smooth, ultra light, the best reel i have ever used and well worth the money." There you go! |
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The STEEZ is the pimp dawg of all reels ever made!!! You guys should check out the rod they make specially for the reel....its insane. I could never own one however (to use it anyway) because I couldn't bear to scratch the thing.......
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