May 3, 2025 · Explore the best baitcasting reels for bass fishing across three price ranges—under $150, mid-tier, and premium—featuring Shimano, Daiwa, Abu Garcia, and more.

Jan 5, 2025 · The Shimano SLX is essentially a Curado with a different color scheme and a few less bearings. Functionally, they are the same and come with the same gear ratios and line …

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Dec 24, 2012 · What would be the lowest grade Shimano spinning reel you would consider? I'm not much of spinning guy, but this can become my spare or my daughter's main set up. I'm …

May 6, 2023 · I have been fishing for a few hours each day this week with my new Vanquish C2500S and so far it is amazing. It might be the best spinning reel I have ever used. I knew it …

Oct 19, 2022 · Has anyone tried the brand new SLX DC XT? It's supposed to be available by this month. I didn't pay much attention to the SLX line, but this one really piqued my interest. It …

Jul 10, 2023 · I think Shimano did the right thing by basically offering us swimbait fisherman a Curado that is the perfect marriage of the 150 MGL and 200K. 200K lacked the …

Apr 28, 2024 · Verbosity and details are my blessing as well as my curse. If they are not your thing I understand. I was reading another thread here about one angler's BFS-ish/Finesse line …

May 29, 2024 · I have a new Megabass P5 Whippet coming my way. I was able to pick it up new from Japan for pretty much a steal and I am looking for a new reel to put on it. I have the new …

Nov 8, 2023 · Would you say the Shimano SLX 150 is a good reel? One that you would recommend for the price? Also, what is the difference in the different models, like the MGL, …