Jan 5, 2025 · Both reels are true workhorses that will provide years of service and are an outstanding value for what you get. The $100 to $300 category in spinning reels represents …

Sep 2, 2024 · The Shimano reels in the 200 range are still made well. I have a couple of each symmetry's and stradic's. Many many salmon and steelhead on them. For salmon, 14lb …

Jul 23, 2017 · I always wonder why anglers want a longer handle on their reels? So in researching handles for shimano reels I see that there are several options. One company offers a new …

Oct 21, 2024 · The reels are the same as the European ABU Cardinal 33 and 44. ABU would go on to buy Garcia in '82 forming Abu Garcia. The Cardinals are some of the best spinners ever …

Jul 17, 2018 · Just wanted to pass along my experience with Shimano. First I have a dozen or so Diawa 27LC reels that get the bulk of my service trolling for walleye and salmon. several of …

Jul 23, 2012 · Casting reels making noise, it's probably not what you think. Started by Pro Reel, July 23, 2012, 01:03:52 PM Previous topic - Next topic 0 Members and 6 Guests are viewing …

Jun 25, 2023 · I still use Shimano reels for steelhead and other freshwater but while fishing in Florida I discovered the drag system doesn’t like getting wet, even just with misting to rinse off …

Mar 30, 2008 · shimano vs abu garciaI have three 802s and one 804. I don't own any Shimano spinning reels - anymore. The 802 is just as smooth as the Stradic. And IMO it's built much …

Feb 23, 2019 · Shimano DC reels worth the money??? Started by calabash digger, February 23, 2019, 08:34:19 PM Previous topic - Next topic 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

Dec 25, 2020 · Shimano reels will have the BFS nomenclature, SLX BFS, Calcutta Conquest BFS, Aldebaran BFS, and Scorpion BFS. Abu Revo reels will have BF in their names, for bait …