Conventional Reels Reviews

"If you like to tackle BIG fish with light gear then you've got a give this reel a try. Before the advent of spectra, anglers were forced to use bigger heavier reels in the 30-80 size to accomodate"...(read full reviews)

"I combined this reel with a 6'6" 20-50lb Shimano Tallus (SBA) rod, and 40# clear Ande. I then headed to the Dry Tortugas for some bottom fishing. I caught many fish with the largest being a 53lb"...(read full reviews)

"I own a 665H and it works great. Don't worry about this thing breaking, because i have reeled some huge humbolt squid on this reel, with it doing a good job. This reel can also hold wahoo, and"...(read full reviews)

"This is by far one my top 5 saltwater reels. I have caught sailfish, blue marlin, white marling, bull dolphin, and a few BIG Blue Fin Tuna with one about 183lbs. The retrieve is smooth, the drag seems"...(read full reviews)

"Bought this reel as a 50lb. set-up for two-day trips out of San Diego. Broke the reel in fishing rockfish this winter, playing with the two speed option and worked like a charm. Switching between"...(read full reviews)

"After having tried a few reels these Newell impressed me on how ligth they are,the brake an clicker are also very good.I use the 300and 400 models the 200 i didnt like that much since they pinch line"...(read full reviews)

"This the finest reel for your money, and I mean that in every way. You can get yellowtail 30-40lb's on this reel. It' easy to cast no backlashes to worry about , it's smallness is the finest little"...(read full reviews)

"I use Avet reels for a living I own every model twice over from The SX to the TRX50.I own Gut Buster Charter's out of Sarasota the reels are perfect for everyone from kids to elderly I love the LX"...(read full reviews)

"dont even think about picking up this reel if you cant afford it cuz you WILL end up buying one"...(read full reviews)

"this reel is great for fly lining sardines for barracuda and tuna. I also use this with a heavy sinker to catch white sea bass halibut and rockfish. I also like it because this reel is definitely"...(read full reviews)

"I have two TLD 50s and a TLD 20 and have been using them for the past three years without a hitch. The drag mechanisms are smooth and responsive and the graphite body is so much easier to handle than"...(read full reviews)

"I have owned and used this reel for 15 years and it has and still does perform just great. It has hauled in many large fish and the drag is very smooth. Tarpon, kings, cobia, sharks, goliath grouper,"...(read full reviews)

"I have two of these--very fine quality. Super drag and heavy gears."...(read full reviews)

"Have only had my 16N for a year now but it is my main reel for grouper fishing. I have not tried any of the drags other than the one that came with it, but it is nice knowing that I could change my"...(read full reviews)

"These reels are pretty solid equipment. Well constructed and thoughtfully designed. You may just be surprised with the overall quality by these very underrated reels."...(read full reviews)

"These reels are perfect for heavy saltwater applications where they may be exposed to sand and sea. I use these reels exclusively for land-based shark fishing and routinely submerge them in saltwater"...(read full reviews)

"I have a few of these Saltist reels and they are top notch. I bought a 50 and took it with me to Huatulco Mexico to trade for a fishing trip. This reel is strong and powerful enough to handle a 45KG"...(read full reviews)

"I purchaed the 30 and 40 series. These are the first conventional reels I've ever owned and have been completely satisfied and impressed with their performance. I bought these at the recommendation of"...(read full reviews)

"I would recommend this to anyone. You get more then you pay for with these reels. I already have two 113Hs and they are the greatest reels i have ever used. By the way I would recommend getting the"...(read full reviews)

"Fishes like a $500 TOL reel. Silky smooth drag. Purchased for a balloon rig to be used on pier; easily accommodates 1500 yards of 20lb braid. Hooked 150lb Black-tip shark; ran off 300 yards and I"...(read full reviews)