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Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Extreme performance for specialized techniques!''Spinning gear does a bang-up job when it comes to drop-shotting and shakey-head fishing. I find the Extreme ideal for these specialized techniques.''Stacey King12-Time Bassmaster Classic® QualifierReel: Designed and built with the same care and precision that goes into every Extreme baitcaster, our Extreme spinning reel is sure to turn more than a few heads this season! Like its namesake, it's made to be the top performer in its class, a reel so smooth and reliable that you can keep your focus where it should be -- on the fish. The rugged one-piece aluminum frame houses an extra-compact gearbox that keeps internal gears and shafts functioning smoothly; the machined-aluminum spool is based on our exclusive Mag Spool Technology™, which features a large-diameter spool that enhances both casting distance and retrieve speed, while reducing line twist and smoothing out the drag performance. The bail wire and mainshaft are both crafted of solid stainless steel for superior strength. Inside, the 5-bearing system offers smooth, hitchless winding on every retrieve, and the machined-aluminum handle with soft-touch knob provides all the leverage and control you'll need to subdue the best fish of the day, every day. Equipped with PowerLock™ instant anti-reverse to ensure solid hooksets at any point during the retrieve. Mag Spool Technology™Our exclusive large-diameter Mag Spool helps a spinning reel do what it does best, better! You get longer casts, faster retrieves, increased line pickup per handle turn, smoother drag, and less line twist.Ultra-Compact Gear BoxThe ideal spinning reel frame has only two jobs: contain the gears, and prevent flex. This one is efficiently small, and built of solid, unyielding aluminum. Sometimes less is better!Rod: Each of our highly-evolved Extreme XPS rods features a sensitive Powerwall 60 million modulus graphite blank with exclusive 3K Carbon Cloth butt wrap for extra strength, Fuji® Hardloy® concept guides, Full Contact slotted reel seat with soft-touch coating, and a contoured premium cork handle. Pre-equipped for use with the Bass Pro Shops® XPS™ Weight Balance Kit (sold separately). Action: L = LightML = Medium LightM = MediumMH = Medium Heavy Line recovery in inches per handle turn; guide number includes tip.

Average Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
9 of 9 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Questions & Answers: 4 Questions |  4 Answers

Customer Reviews for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Great buy!, August 20, 2007
By Shoe from Florence, Kentucky

"I have the combo setup with a 6'-6" medium rod with the 2500 series reel. Casts well with no problems and the reel is superbly smooth with just 5 bearings. The rod has excellent feel with a fast action tip to get the hook buried. If you are looking for a nice setup for weightless plastic fishing or small crankbaits, this setup is the way to go. I recommend it to everyone that asks me about 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
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Review 2 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Best finess combo out there, May 13, 2009
By pmcraejr

Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money

"I bought this combo with the M-L rod and its flimsy with a strong back bone and with 8lb test i have no problems pulling 6lb Larry's out of the water"

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Review 3 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
great gift, April 11, 2009
By shakeybasser from maryland

"i finally got on the water and used this great combo. a nice stiff rod for good hook sets and an awesome reel that gets 'em in quick. i love the smoothness and light weight of the reel. this combo is perfectly balanced. already my casting has improved, along with my hook sets. and i'm still using mono line. i'll be experimenting with flourocarbon soon. serious bass fishermen should give this one a hard look. i've got the x4000 reel and 6 1/2 foot woo daves worm/jig rod. and a great tip from woo; never click over your bail with the reel handle, always close it manually. this will definitely prolong the life of the reel. i've already purchased another reel (on sale), and will get another rod to match when they go on sale. don't miss out on this great combo and start improving your fish catching success!"

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 4 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Cool Combo, March 28, 2009
By FutureProFisherman

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"This reel is very smooth and the rod holds up very well. I have the EX2000 model and it works very good for bass and trout. Well basicaly it works good for a lot of fish including panfish. I've got some nice fish off this rod and reel. A 7 foot or above rod works best. If you get hung close to the shore you can usually get it undone. Overall the best combo 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?: Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?: Yes
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Review 5 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Great Combo, March 26, 2009
By captian0044 from Freeport, Fla.

"I bought this combo to upgrade from a cheaper spinning reel and rod I use for worm fishing. I like the balance and the feel of this combo. The cast is easy and the reel is smooth.
Whenever I'm shopping for a new rod and reel, I like to go to Bass Pro Shops and the combos they put together because they know how to put together winners.
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What is your favorite type of fishing?: Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?: 3
Do you own a boat?: Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?: Yes
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Review 6 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Nothing but Satisfied, January 22, 2009
By thenxtlegend from Palm Harbor, FL

"Wow, for the price you can't buy a better spinning combo! I've had my Extreme combo for over a year and a half, use it 5 times a week for at least 2 hours at a time, and performance hasn't changed one bit. I also own a JM Elite Series Baitcaster/Rod combo and wouldn't trade either of them for the world, thanks BPS for such an amazing product(s)!"

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 7 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
What a combo!!!!, May 31, 2008
By dad99 from Illinois

"I just received this combo as a birthday gift recently. I have the 6'6" MH combo. I must say the action of the rod and the extreme reel is unbelievable. I put 50 lb green suffix performance braid on the reel and am extremely satisfied. I will be purchasing this combo for my father and son. For the price and the quality it's a great buy. Would recommend this for anyone in the market looking to buy a quality outfit!!"

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® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Excellent Combo, March 6, 2008
By Narchunter from Indiana

"I purchased this combo and am amazed with the smooth operation of this reel (4500 series). Casting and retrieve are amazing. I will be buying my son one for his birthday."

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 9 for Bass Pro Shops® Extreme® Rod and Reel Spinning Combo

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Best Rod and Reel combo for the money., March 5, 2008
By Fisherman125 from MD

"This is a great product. The reel casts extremely well and you never get a tangle. The weight of the rod is fine and it has a ton of action. It comes in lots of different sizes and it also comes in a two piece form. The best thing about the rod and reel is it is the best rod and reel you are going to get for the price!"

Would you recommend this product as a gift?: Yes
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