Comments for Baitcasting Reel Reviews

Comment on Reels by caunltd

caunltd — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:57 +0000

Ok, here’s the deal – Shimano Drag grease isn’t what is delivered in the reel. It’s usable, but it’s not what it comes with. They use PermaLube. You should still be able to source it from either Shimano directly or a licensed repair facility (they should have it). The drag grease isn’t even CLOSE to the PermaLube.

Hot Sauce is great – - – IF you’re willing to clean out your reel correctly, meaning a complete degrease.

BEARINGS/GEARS (NO plastic): acetone, naptha, white gas of some sort…

Internals/PLASTICS:Simple Green…gentle household degreaser that when washed leaves no residue) and completely remove ALL the grease from the internals.

Hot Sauce GREASE is a MUCH different compound than other petroleum based lubes, and it’s NOT compatible with Shimano’s version. If you contact Shimano, they will tell you do NOT use it. Well, I agree with that….if you’re not going to do it right.

The same goes with the Hot Sauce OIL. It’s not a typical oil since it’s synthetic and completely different than the supplied Shimano oil. Shimano’s is actually (chemically verified) most closely related to a mineral oil. It will fight with the Hot Sauce, and each will try to push the other out of the way. Not good when you have bearings that end up with no lube in them.

My rule of thumb when I work on either my own and especially others’ reels, is to either use what’s already been in the reel or clean it out completely and start fresh.

If you want your reels to last, then take the time to understand what they are: small, intricate machines. It’s not rocket science, but it’s more than a set of Kenex. If you treat it right, there’s nothing stopping it from working well for a very long time.

Comment on Reels by beagle17

beagle17 — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:48 +0000

I Fish the Salt water surf real hard, almost every day in season. I have been using 2 Cabelas Salt Striker Metal for 4 years now and they are still 100% mechanically and smooth, the paint is a little chipped but that’s normal. Here are some tips to keeping your reels working great.
1. Unscrew the reel case(were the gears are) and pack it with red or blue bearing grease. I mean PACK IT. This helps keep most of the salt water and sand from getting to your gears and corroding them.

2.Try to rinse your reel with fresh water every-time or at least most of the times you return from a trip, especially if it fall in the sand or water.

3. Clean out the reel grease once a year and pack it with new grease.

You won’t be disappointed with this reel, here it is, make sure its the METAL one, there are two models, the other one has a plastic body and will not last. Oh by the way, if you don’t like the color of the SS Metal, I believe the Pfleugar Medalist is the same reel, I will try to post it. Good Luck

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/product/standard-item.jsp?id=0036333120576a&navCount=14&podId=0036333&parentId=cat600380&masterpathid=&navAction=jump&cmCat=&catalogCode=UJ&rid=&parentType=index&indexId=cat600380&hasJS=true

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/descpageRLSPFLUEGER-PMSR.html

Comment on Reels by UltimateFishingTackle

UltimateFishingTackle — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:44 +0000

A quality reel can greatly improve your casting distance and accuracy, whether it is baitcast reel or spinning reel, it will make fishing a lot more fun.

LOW-PROFILE BAITCAST REELS are favored more by expericenced bass fishermen. Such are the Abu Garcia Revos, Daiwa Excelers and others. These reels are contoured to fit the hand, making them extremely comfortable to use. Low-profile baitcast reels have fast retrieve ratios and are well-suited to fishing spinnerbaits, crankbaits, jerkbaits and topwater lures. The more expensive models features more sophisticated braking systems to reduce backlashes.

SPINNING REELS in the other-hand have a larger diameter spool and a smooth drag system. Such reels are Daiwa Exceler 1500, Abu Garcia Cardinal, Pflueger Medalist and others. Due to their superior ability to handle light lines, spinning reels excel in clear waters, making them an ideal choice of many anglers here in southern California. Many anglers use spinning reels spooled with 6-10 pound flourocarbon line paired with a stiff rod for finesse fishing soft plastic lures.

Both reel styles have their pros and cons. Baitcast reels, while prone to backlash, are more accurate than the spinning reels. The spinning reels can cast light lures farther than the baitcast reels but can cause line twist.

Comment on Reels by Chuckie

Chuckie — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:38 +0000

you can try craigslist or ebay or other online sellers:
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Comment on Reels by Black Knight

Black Knight — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:08 +0000

There was an attempt to make such a thing but it never took off .
So I doubt if you will be able to find it now and if you could it probably wont work with to days computers.

Comment on Reels by Michael

Michael — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Whats the difference between baitcasting and spinning reels?
I’ve used many of both and I can’t seem to tell why one might be better for different types of applications. I’ve heard that baitcasting reels are better for heavier crankbaits and swimbaits, but is this true?

Comment on Reels by Kat S

Kat S — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Where can I find accesories and reels for my Bell and Howell Model 346A Super 8 projector?
I am looking for movie reels and accessories for my 346A projector. It is missng the parts to hold the reels on, and I am looking for movie reels to play on it.

Comment on Reels by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

What are the best saltwater fishing reels?
I’m looking for a quality fishing reel that will last a long time. I have used almost a dozen of fishing reels over the years and I can’t seem to find a reel that does not break within a year!!!. I fished with a Penn reel and even that failed on me!!!. I don’t want to spend more than $65.00. Any suggestions?

Comment on Reels by neeati n

neeati n — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

What technology is now used instead of reels in non-digital camera?
I want to know that which gadget can be used in the place of old reels in the old non-digital camera models. My friend told me that there is some device which can we inserted in place of the reels and can be USB-attached to the PC/Laptop. What is the name of that electric gadget?

And where can I buy it if I am in India?

Comment on Reels by Brendan Moriarty

Brendan Moriarty — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

What is the best fishing reel grease to use on Shimano reels?
I fixed my Curado, but now I want to oil and grease it from messing around with it so much. What is the best reel grease to use for Shimano reels, preferably somewhere I can buy at a store like BPS.