The kids either won't or can't use the reels I prefer (open face). They insist on the kind with a button. I'm tired of buying them to throw away. Anybody know of a dependable one? Strictly fishing our ponds if that makes a difference.
Bigfoot":ur7x7rcg said:The kids either won't or can't use the reels I prefer (open face). They insist on the kind with a button. I'm tired of buying them to throw away. Anybody know of a dependable one? Strictly fishing our ponds if that makes a difference.
Caustic Burno":220tey08 said:Bigfoot":220tey08 said:The kids either won't or can't use the reels I prefer (open face). They insist on the kind with a button. I'm tired of buying them to throw away. Anybody know of a dependable one? Strictly fishing our ponds if that makes a difference.
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dun":tybwg2c7 said:The Zebco 33 has been pretty much the standard for closed face reels for years.
All true, but Bigfoot is looking for good push button (spincast) reels.bird dog":est2kukg said:I think Quantums are the best deal for the money. If you want something really good get a Shimano Curado. They will handle anything your rod will. I used mine in Brazil on some Peacocks, and that is where good reels go to die.
Some of the bass fishing forums have them used for about $100. They will last a lifetime for almost everyone except the guy who fishes 200 days a year. For him they only last a few years.
Bigfoot":2sxzin1g said:The kids either won't or can't use the reels I prefer (open face). They insist on the kind with a button. I'm tired of buying them to throw away. Anybody know of a dependable one? Strictly fishing our ponds if that makes a difference.
Brute 23":zfayyz8l said:Bigfoot":zfayyz8l said:The kids either won't or can't use the reels I prefer (open face). They insist on the kind with a button. I'm tired of buying them to throw away. Anybody know of a dependable one? Strictly fishing our ponds if that makes a difference.
Make them use spinning reels. There is no such thing as a dependable push button reel.
Dun, today's 33s are about like 202s were in the 60s. The new 33s just aren't the good product they were back then. I do have a 606 that isn't bad, but it has to be kept clean and lubed and I can't use a 1/4 oz lure such as a Roadrunner with it no matter how light line I try..dun":1ud95lz3 said:The Zebco 33 has been pretty much the standard for closed face reels for years.
But can you sling a HulaPopper out there with a bow?? Kind of an abrupt presentation ain't it?Farm Fence Solutions":3nqr1cvc said:https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=DctF87KI&id=5A6A56C747FA8578DEDAEBF72A3E7A1DB1E1A679&thid=OIP.DctF87KInp8jilrpbIylBwDhEs&q=bowfishing+bow+muzzy+reel+shoot+thru+rod&simid=608016806403573080&selectedIndex=14&ajaxhist=0
.....but we force feed em. We have a few Pflueger reels for boring fishing, and no complaints.
I've still got some old 33s that I got for my grandkids (who are now in their 20s and 30s) and when ever little kids come over I still have them use them. My personal reels are all Shimanos now. Got tired of replacing the bale springs in the 300s every couple of months. The Shimanos are over 25 years old and still work as well as the day I got them.greybeard":1cjnw1z3 said:Dun, today's 33s are about like 202s were in the 60s. The new 33s just aren't the good product they were back then. I do have a 606 that isn't bad, but it has to be kept clean and lubed and I can't use a 1/4 oz lure such as a Roadrunner with it no matter how light line I try..dun":1cjnw1z3 said:The Zebco 33 has been pretty much the standard for closed face reels for years.
Never noticed, but they only have to cast 30 feet or so for the kids to be tickled and catch fish. I've never used one so if it started screwing up I would have no idea how to fix it anyway.greybeard":1r2pee5x said: