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  1. Reels that I recommend, 2025 Edition | Michigan Sportsman Forum

    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 models that are …

  2. Casting reels making noise, it's probably not what you think.

    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 7 Guests are viewing this topic.

  3. Shimano Quality Control Issues | Michigan Sportsman Forum

    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 made. …

  4. Salmon / Steelhead spinning reel suggestions. - Michigan Sportsman …

    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 Fireline with …

  5. Shimano DC reels worth the money??? - Bass Fishing Forum

    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.

  6. Reel Oil question for Shimano reels. - Ohio Game Fishing

    Apr 3, 2013 · My question is whether or not it is safe to add oil made for reels other than that Bantam oil that Shimano says to use, without first flushing out all the Bantam oil? I use Ardent reel butter …

  7. Low - Mid - High End baitcaster reels - Bass Fishing Forum

    Apr 30, 2020 · Low - Mid - High End baitcaster reels Started by hydrillagorillahunter, April 30, 2020, 06:26:24 PM Previous topic - Next topic 0 Members and 2 Guests are viewing this topic.

  8. Why use a longer reel handle - Bass Fishing Forum

    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 design at …

  9. Reel gear ratio changes and upgrades - Bass Fishing Forum

    May 28, 2017 · Reel gear ratio changes and upgrades These are the reels and gears that I have swapped out or upgraded. 1. Shimano Core 100MG. 6.2:1 with 26 IPT. I have installed Shimano …

  10. Downrigger reel of choice | Michigan Sportsman Forum

    Jan 10, 2025 · I currently run Shimano Tekotas (older models) for all of my set-ups except for lead core. 600LC's for riggers and divers, 700LC's for copper etc. For lead core (s) I use Shimano Charter …