''This reel fishes the way I do—comfortably, confidently, and consistently. Im especially fond of the way the new braking system casts baits of all shapes and sizes without resulting in backlashes.'' Rick Clunn, 4-Time Bassmaster Classic® Champion That’s right, the only 4-time Bassmaster Classic® champ, and the man voted ''World’s Greatest Angler'' by the fans has found a way to improve on his rock-solid Signature Series baitcaster. The first thing you’ll undoubtably notice is the color—it’s a blue Soft Touch finish that gives you a great grip, even in the wettest conditions. The low-profile design you’ve come to love has been enhanced even further thanks to the lightweight Recurve Handle and drag star. And inside, we’ve overhauled the braking system, outfitting it with the state-of-the-art Dual Braking System™ for the ultimate in virtually backlash-free casting. Also features click-adjustable drag system that delivers up to a full 10 lbs. of drag pressure, 1-piece anodized aluminum frame, machined-aluminum spool, 8-bearing system, and Powerlock™ instant anti-reverse.Line recovery in inches per handle turn.
Average Customer Rating:
4.8 out of 5
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22 of 23 (96%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great real for half the price,November 19, 2009
By Mozofrom Minnesota bass fishing
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I've used Rick Clunn Signature reals for 10 years now. Bass fishing slow and light, fast on top, or heavy in the slop it doesn't matter. They're tough, smooth and do the job consistently. You'll pay twice as much for a comparable reel. Rick Clunn claims he uses these reels exclusively."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
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Yes
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Review 2 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
A good purchase,November 16, 2009
By mobassman1
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Value for money
"I have had this reel for over a year now and I love it. It is very smooth and cast a mile."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
4
Do you own a boat?:
No
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Yes
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Review 3 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Reel!!!!!!!!,November 12, 2009
By noway98againfrom Emory Tx Lake Fork
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I have several bait casters and this is by far the best value for the money. It cast as well as a reel twice the price. If you are looking for a great reel at a great price look no further."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
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Yes
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Review 4 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
awesome,November 7, 2009
By buddilsfrom lincoln ne
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"i bought the 5:4:1 model for crank bait fishing, the reel proved to be awesome! its no surprise , it cast like a dream , the retrieve is smooth , its almost as good as my johnny Morris bait cast reel. once again bass pro proves to sell only the best. the price is unbeatable"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
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Yes
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Review 5 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
good buy for the money,November 5, 2009
By steveo1212from greentown, pa
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"i have the original model and it was great for about a year the it started to fall apart. i tried the this model and love it, they made some needed changes and the reel is a work horse. i used it in fresh and salt water with ease"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
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Yes
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Review 6 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good deal on a reel,November 3, 2009
By ShowMeJoefrom Northeast Missouri
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Value for money
"I bought this reel and used it the next day. It was very smooth. Even though it was very windy out, I never had a backlash. The dual brake system really works. I even caught a very nice bass that day. Given the insanely high prices of some reels these days, this one is a bargain. It performs better than a reel I bought a few years ago that cost $50 more. The only question remaining is how long it will last, as the cheaper reels I've had tend to wear out and break in a couple of years."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
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Yes
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Review 7 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 1000 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Just love 'em,November 1, 2009
By PhantomIIfrom Tampa, FL
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I bought 4 of these when I upgraded my baitcasters last year. I was looking for reels that would let me concentrate on fishing and not worry about birds nests. These reels are fantastic I have never had a birds nest using them. The feel very comfortable and the handles have a nice feel to them. The dual brake feature is my favorite part. I run 4 centrifical brakes and set the magnets to 7. They cast very long, the drag is top notch and the reels are smooth right from the box. I have been using mine for over a year now and have not had any problems, I love these reels and hope they don't discontinue them before I can get some more."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 8 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Fantastic,October 5, 2009
By Zagsfrom Spokane, WA
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I just received my reel in the mail yesterday. Spooled it with Sufix braid and hit the water today. This reel is super smooth, smoother than my Shimano Citica. It does not cast as far as the Citica, but the dual braking system allows me such greater control. I was throwing weightless Yum Dingers and had no nests. This reel looks sharp. The recurve handle is a nice touch. Only caught a couple squawfish, but the drag works great. For 80 bucks I feel like I won the lottery. If you are looking for quality rods and reels that won't cost you a fortune, look no further than BPS products. On a side note I was a bit indecisive between this reel and the Pro Qualifier. I chose this reel because I like the push button release rather than the pin release."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
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Yes
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Review 9 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Reel for a Great Price,October 4, 2009
By IS300BASSfrom California
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money, everything is great about this reel!
"This is my first baitcast reel and am loving it already really easy to use and the braking system is awsome! Best frist purchase ever!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
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Yes
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Review 10 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
So Smooth,October 4, 2009
By Weberfrom Pittsford, New York
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"This reel is so smooth and very durable and the breaking system is great"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
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Review 11 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
A must!,September 15, 2009
By BASSMAN951from southern CA
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"This is my first review and man! I wasent going to do one but man I have to share this product with everyone! Its great! my first 2 fish on the reel were 7.2 lbs and 6.15 and it handled them just great!! The drag system and the casting breaks it out cast any other reel i have owned, the finish on the reel makes it esier the grip. guys its a must have for the money I want to get another! I have the real on a 6'6 shimano crucial M HVY and i do alot of flipping and skipping and I just love this reel! GET ONE! no problems!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 12 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent,July 9, 2009
By Jumper327from Killeen, Texas
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money, texture of the reel itself
"This is the first review I have ever written in regards to a product I've bought. So that in itself should tell you something. I've tried to include the relevant information you need to make an informed decision.
I've used many baitcast reels in my time from entry level to top of the line for both pleasure and tournament fishing. I have to say this one performs the best. I purchased the 6.4.1 ( Item number: 38-354-076-00). It simply isn't a good reel for the money. It is simply an excellent reel. They could have asked over $200.00 for this reel. If I had tried it before knowing the price I wouldn't have hesitated in spending that amount. As it is for only $109.00 I cannot find one single thing to complain about. This reel is top notch and still performs above my expectations. It can cast as far as you need it to accurately (and I cast far with crank and swimbaits) along with the sensitivity and smoothness in the reel itself truly makes this an excellent buy. I've tried this reel on several rods I have from inexpensive ($20.00) to top of the line ($500+) and it really didn't make any difference in performance. I actually settled on my Castaway 6'8 Medium Action rod ($69.00) as my perferred set up until I can get me a couple more of these reels. Since I've essentially set aside my other reels It's the best all around combo that I have at the moment.
As for the types of line I've used it with I've paired it with mono (Trilene XL 10lbs), fluro (Trilene Professional Grade 14lbs), and braid (BPS Premium Excel .016" DIA .40mm 12 LB MONO EQUIVALENT) ranging between 10-14 lbs (respectively) and it performed well with each.
I use it with all kinds of lures from worms, jigs, crankbaits, topwater, spinners, and swimbaits. The 6.4.1 set up allows me the flexibility to fish either fast or slow. The only problem I have right now is deciding if I even want to get the 7.1.1 or 5.4.1 for specific set ups or if I just want another 6.4.1. It's simply a great reel. Try it. You will love it."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 13 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This is the one you are looking for,June 16, 2009
By MackAttackfrom Eastern NC
Advantages: Ease of use
"I have had this reel for almost 3 years. Absolutly the best reel I have in the boat. With some luck I will get another one on fathers day. This reel does it all; flipping, cranking, finnese, you name it! I have more expensive reels that have not held up as good as this one."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 14 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 50 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Reel!,June 4, 2009
By RatherBeFishin03from Kansas
Advantages: Performs well, Quality, Value for money
"I've used this reel 4 or 5 times since I received it and it is a wonderful reel in my mind. It's very smooth with a small learning curve on the backlashes. Best reel for the money in my mind!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 15 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Incredible,May 18, 2009
By Luma254from Orlando, Florda
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Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"This is the best reel for the money you can possibly buy! I also have the Johnny Morris Sig Series. The RC is Ide say just as good. The JM just feels a bit better. If you want a reel that will perform like a pro at a fraction of the price, go for the Rick Clunn! You will never regret it for a second."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 16 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Great value,May 13, 2009
By Billzfrom South Florida
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Value for money
"Dollar for dollar, this is the best reel I own. I have 2 in fact. I have more expensive reels with more bearings, but none are as easy to use as this Klun signature series. Both of mine are 7.1:1 ratio reels, and they cast like a dream, wind or no wind. I typically use them for smaller, weightless baits. But occasionally, I'll use them for spinnerbaits too."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 17 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 1000 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Right on the Money,May 3, 2009
By NorthernAnglerfrom Central Michigan
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I have had this reel about two weeks now and took it out yesterday river fishing. I have it spooled with 17 lb Stren original mono as a backer, and filled the spool with Spiderwire Invisilign Braid in 20lbs and a Spiderwire flouro 15lb leader. In heavy wind I had no problems throwing my Strike King series three shad into the wind as well has my medium weight husky jerks. The finish on this reel is unique and does make for a comfortable grip. Put on a 7' MH Bionic Blade I can't complain. The reel is also extremely sensitive and I was worried that the feel of my bait hitting the bottom was actually bearings being bad at first because it is that sensitive. Compared to my Quantum Energy PT I have a hard choice choosing which one even though one is twice the price!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
4
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 18 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
New model is amazing,April 23, 2009
By ManiacFishermanNGUfrom Springfield, MO
Advantages: Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money Disadvantages: all features not easily accessable
"The new Rick Clunn reel is awesome. Anyone who talks about using this reel for years hasn't. I owned last years model and this new model is in a totally different league with several improvements since the last model. the reel has a textured coating, when I first bought it I thought nothing about it but I used it in hard rain and it actually made a world of difference. The texture kept the reel right where it needed to be in my hand. It made the reel so much easier to use. The duel Breaking system is phenominal! No bird's nest at all. The casting and retrieving are super smooth. I have owned reels from just about every company to find what works best for me and this reel beats most of the more expencive reels like the revo-sx hands down. I actaully bought the new qualifier at the same time and the qualifier was awesome but I had to return it to get another Rick Clunn. I Love this reel BPS really hit a homerun with this one! The only thing I could ask for to improve this reel would be to make both sets of breaks externally adjustable."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 19 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Top 100 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
best reel ever,April 4, 2009
By 1tnhunter
"i own two of these reels there are my best reel ever. it is smooth casting.i hghly reccomend this reel."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 20 for Bass Pro Shops® Rick Clunn Signature Series Low-Profile Baitcast Reels
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
50/50,March 31, 2009
By Omega47from New Hampshire
"Bought 2 of these. One is smooth as silk and works flawlessly. The second was never very smooth. Took it apart and some of the magnets chrome plating had flaked off and the magnets were very rusty. The gearbox isn't smooth either, like there is something in there as well. Need to send it back for repair. Expect this with a sub-$50 reel, but not in this price range."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
No
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