Fishing – Best saltwater spinning reel?
The reel will be used primarily for inshore fishing in the gulf. Small grouper, mackeral, jack, snook, reds, etc. I have a 7′ MH rod. I’m looking to spend no more than $150. I’ve been looking at the Quantum Energy, Quantum Catalyst, Shimano Stradic, Shimano Spheros, Daiwa Tournament SS and Daiwa Black Gold. Has anybody had any luck with any of these? Or recommend another reel?
Thanks,
Mike
I would narrow my search to the Shimano Stradic, Daiwa Black Gold, Quantum Catalyst, and add the Penn Slammer and ( if you plan to use a lot of live bait) the Shimano Bait-runner.
Don’t get the Quantum Energy, Shimano Spheros or SS Daiwa. Although these aren’t “bad” reels the latter are “better”.
Obviously, this outfit will be an Inshore outfit?
Narrowing down what “style” of fishing you will mainly be doing will help you to decide which reel is best for you –
1. Black Gold- If you plan to soak a lot of bait on bottom and do a lot of jetty/pier fishing I’d look hard at the Daiwa Black Gold. They are cheap, (you could get 2 for the price of a Stradic), built like a tank and are esp well suited to get “banged around” on rocks and piers due to it’s all metal structure. If durability & price outweigh “features” then this is the reel for you. Here is a link to some reviews- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_2038____SearchResults
2. Shimano Stradic – Simply? A great reel with a variety of sizes to fit a variety of situations. A bit expensive. However, if you are a “consummate Flats fisherman” who likes to mainly throw Jigs & lures THIS would be MY first choice- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_96667____SearchResults
3. Penn Slammer- Simply?? Another great reel more skewed toward the Flats angler. Slightly less expensive. Easily fixed, (because it’s a Penn). Don’t discount this reel! Many Florida Guides use these- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_96639____SearchResults
4. Shimano Baitrunner- A FANTASTIC bait-runner reel. If your a live bait guy this IS the reel- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_10204506____SearchResults
5. Quantum Catalyst- Although I’m not as familiar with this reel it apparently has a good reputation. It appears to be another reel skewed toward the Flats angler- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_103391____SearchResults
To be honest, any of these reels would be “worthy”.
Hope this helps ya?
Shimano Curado/Carrot Stix Gold
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Shimano Fishing Reel Handle (gold anodized aluminum) NEW P/N BNT2839 $19.99 |
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Shimano Catala 300 Fishing Reel Casting Cast Sport Big Game Fish Levelwind Gold $31.00 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 50W BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3051 $45.93 |
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Bright Gold Lee’s Marine Rod & Reel Hanger Set For Shimano Tiagra 50W $60.99 |
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Shimano Tiagra 50W L.R.S Big Game Fish Reel Gold (Excellent)(Used) $510.00 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 50W BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3051 $49.57 |
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Shimano Triton Gold Mark 1 Trolling Reel NICE $89.99 |
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EXC Green Shimano Lexica LX-100 Baitcasting Fishing Reel-w/ Gold Accents–EXC $25.99 |
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Gold Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set Shimano Tiagra 80W $60.99 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 50 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3050 $49.57 |
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Shimano Tiagra 50W L.R.S Big Game Fish Reel Gold (Excellent)(Used) $400.00 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 50 – Bright Gold $41.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 16 – Bright Gold $41.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano TLD20 – Bright Gold $41.99 |
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Shimano Calcutta 250 Right Handed Baitcasting Fishing Reel Gold Excellent !!! $71.00 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 30 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3030 $45.93 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 50 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3050 $45.93 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 16 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3016 $45.93 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TLD20 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-4020 $45.93 |
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Bright Gold Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set Shimano TLD20 $60.99 |
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Gold Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set Shimano Tiagra 16 $60.99 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 80W BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3081 $45.93 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 50W – Bright Gold $47.42 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 80W BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3081 $49.57 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano TLD20 – Bright Gold $40.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano TLD25, TLD30 – Bright Gold $40.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 16 – Bright Gold $40.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 50 – Bright Gold $40.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 50W – Bright Gold $40.99 |
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Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 80W – Bright Gold $40.99 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TIAGRA 30 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-3030 $49.57 |
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LEE’S ROD/REEL HANGER SHIMANO TLD20 BRIGHT GOLD MC0075-4020 $49.57 |
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Lees Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 50W – Bright Gold $34.69 Rod Storage SystemsRod and Reel Hanger SetAnodized Finish: GoldFor: Shimano Tiagra 50WConstructed of Marine Grade Anodized Aluminum Bright Gold. Reel is attached to Hanger by spring loaded pins riding in bracket. Pins snap into harness lugs on top of reel. Reel cannot swing since it is held in upright position. Tip of Rod is placed into Locking End of set and the Nylon Ring is rotated to lock it i… |
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Lee’s Tackle Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 30 – Bright Gold $38.44 Rod Storage SystemsRod and Reel Hanger SetAnodized Finish: GoldFor: Shimano Tiagra 30Constructed of Marine Grade Anodized Aluminum Bright Gold. Reel is attached to Hanger by spring loaded pins riding in bracket. Pins snap into harness lugs on top of reel. Reel cannot swing since it is held in upright position. Tip of Rod is placed into Locking End of set and the Nylon Ring is rotated to lock it in… |
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Lees Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Shimano Tiagra 50 – Bright Gold $34.69 Rod Storage SystemsRod and Reel Hanger SetAnodized Finish: GoldFor: Shimano Tiagra 50Constructed of Marine Grade Anodized Aluminum Bright Gold. Reel is attached to Hanger by spring loaded pins riding in bracket. Pins snap into harness lugs on top of reel. Reel cannot swing since it is held in upright position. Tip of Rod is placed into Locking End of set and the Nylon Ring is rotated to lock it in… |
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Penn Gold Label Series Conquer Spinning Reel Built with the quality and workmanship that has made Penn famous for over 75 years, the Conquer spinning reel features an ideal design for inshore and near-shore species and is built for the rigors of saltwater angling. Introducing proprietary design elements to ensure smooth operation and reliability, the Conquer Spinning Reel is constructed with a patented one-piece machined aluminum gear box an… |
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