May 3, 2025 · Explore the best baitcasting reels for bass fishing across three price ranges—under $150, mid-tier, and premium—featuring Shimano, Daiwa, Abu Garcia, and more.

Dec 2, 2009 · Fishing rods, reels, and line. What works best? What should I buy? What knots should I use? (Sponsored by Delaware Valley Tackle)

Apr 10, 2024 · Since KVD left, i am not too sure how they're surviving. They don't offer any interesting reels and their prices aren't neccessary lower than the lower end from daiwa, shimano and lews. …

Sep 15, 2014 · The whole fishing reel oil debate reminds me so much of my former lives as a bicycle mechanic and a downhill longboarder and the staggering selection of lubricants on the market. …

Jan 22, 2022 · I am looking to hear from the Lews spinning reel owners or those with an open mind. I know this forum is heavy Daiwa and Shimano lovers. I have no doubt they are great. I am the budget …

Feb 9, 2022 · I keep getting ads a baitcasting reel from a company called Obalus. The price is $49.99 with free shipping for an 8.1:1 shallow spool carbon drag reel. On the website, they have tons of …

Mar 28, 2025 · Hey yall, last year someone here recommended I get my reels from a jdm website which led me to get around 5 reels last year from overseas. I got a shimano curado dc, Sahara, miravel, …

Aug 30, 2024 · Anybody here have experience with Bates Reels? They are way out of my price range, but I have a friend coming to visit, and I would like to sic the Bait Monkey on him. I know he needs a …

Jun 8, 2009 · Ok so I'm in the market for a bait caster but I want to be straight on something. When reels are referred to right handed or left handed is that talking about which side of the reel the reeler is on? …

Aug 13, 2012 · Last week, utilizing TW’s Demo Program, I received the 200 & 300 sized reels. This was the first time I’ve participated in the Demo Program. I think it’s a good idea. The ability to “Test Drive” …