Pitching & Flipping reel

jwm2201 · 05-08-12, 11:15 PM

To many reels and I can't decide. I have narrowed it down to few, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. The rod I have decided on is the ST.Croix mojo 7'9" Hvy./fast. In no particular order some of the reels that have caught my eye.
Lew's tournament MG 7.1:1
Garcia Revo STX 7.1:1
Pinnacle optimus XT 7.3:1

ZHerman330 · 05-09-12, 05:33 AM

Both of my flipping rods have Revo SX 7.1:1 reels on them with 65 lb. performance braid. Wouldn't flip with anything other than a revo. Drag system is hands down the best on the market and I have never had a smoother feeling reel. Just my $.02...

jwm2201 · 05-09-12, 09:39 AM

I've heard a few good things about the Revo's, but is it just because of there price? I do like the flipping switch feature on the Pinnacle though.

3dkicker · 05-09-12, 02:54 PM

I know the first two are good reels. For cost I'd go with the Lews. No question. Best deal at $110.

Revo is a very good reel at $145.

The Pinnacle Quickflip button would eliminate it from my choice. I don't see the benefit to having one. Also the cost is $170 which is more expensive but I do like that they have a 4.7:1 gear ratio option.

ZHerman330 · 05-09-12, 02:54 PM

They are currently on sale at tackle warehouse. I have found you get what you pay for with reels. The Revo's are backed with an awesome warranty and are honestly one of the best reels on the market. IMHO

DVT Mike · 05-10-12, 11:32 AM

"Instagage" type flipping switches are awkward to use and usually a weak point maintenance wise. The design Diawa uses where there is a manual engagement button on top of the reel is better but none is necessary IMO. Any quality reel will pitch and flip well if prepared and setup correctly. Clean and lightly lubed bearings and cast control set just tight enough to take out side play will give max free spool. A Carbontex drag upgrade is affordable and will let just about any reel stop a truck but I don't recommend locking down the drag in any circumstance.

keithdog · 05-10-12, 07:01 PM

I pitch with both a Revo SX and STX. I wouldn't change a thing. Best build quality in my opinion, and an awsome drag system! Pitch like a dream.

Tavery5 · 05-10-12, 08:35 PM

Of the three, I take the STX and never look back.

05-08-12, 11:15 PM	#1
jwm2201 BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25	Pitching & Flipping reel To many reels and I can't decide. I have narrowed it down to few, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. The rod I have decided on is the ST.Croix mojo 7'9" Hvy./fast. In no particular order some of the reels that have caught my eye. Lew's tournament MG 7.1:1 Garcia Revo STX 7.1:1 Pinnacle optimus XT 7.3:1

05-09-12, 02:54 PM	#4
3dkicker BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Spotsylvania, VA Posts: 4,483	I know the first two are good reels. For cost I'd go with the Lews. No question. Best deal at $110. Revo is a very good reel at $145. The Pinnacle Quickflip button would eliminate it from my choice. I don't see the benefit to having one. Also the cost is $170 which is more expensive but I do like that they have a 4.7:1 gear ratio option. __________________ Smitty www.smittystubes.com

05-10-12, 11:32 AM	#6
DVT Mike BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Milford,PA Posts: 312	"Instagage" type flipping switches are awkward to use and usually a weak point maintenance wise. The design Diawa uses where there is a manual engagement button on top of the reel is better but none is necessary IMO. Any quality reel will pitch and flip well if prepared and setup correctly. Clean and lightly lubed bearings and cast control set just tight enough to take out side play will give max free spool. A Carbontex drag upgrade is affordable and will let just about any reel stop a truck but I don't recommend locking down the drag in any circumstance. __________________ Visit us at www.delawarevalleytackle.com

05-10-12, 07:01 PM	#7
keithdog BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IN Posts: 8,308	I pitch with both a Revo SX and STX. I wouldn't change a thing. Best build quality in my opinion, and an awsome drag system! Pitch like a dream. __________________ Just one more cast, and then some!

05-10-12, 08:35 PM	#8
Tavery5 BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 2,427	Of the three, I take the STX and never look back. __________________ They call me Ishmael

05-09-12, 05:33 AM	#2
ZHerman330 BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 33	Both of my flipping rods have Revo SX 7.1:1 reels on them with 65 lb. performance braid. Wouldn't flip with anything other than a revo. Drag system is hands down the best on the market and I have never had a smoother feeling reel. Just my $.02...

05-09-12, 09:39 AM	#3
jwm2201 BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25	I've heard a few good things about the Revo's, but is it just because of there price? I do like the flipping switch feature on the Pinnacle though.

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