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Olympic 747 Baitcasting Reel

Last post by LDUBS « 04 Aug 2019, 18:42

by LDUBS » 04 Aug 2019, 18:42

I was going through some random boxes in the garage and found this. Forgot I even had it. I think it belonged to my Uncle before it was passed on to...

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04 Aug 2019, 18:42
Need a new spinning reel

Last post by overboard « 19 Jul 2019, 16:30
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by turbotodd » 15 Jul 2019, 23:02

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Lost my favorite Falcon 6' rod a couple weeks ago. It had a Pflueger President #25 reel on it spooled with Tatsu 4lb. Great setup for what I do. I...

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For what you are describing check out the Shimano Sienna 500FD, pretty good reel for the price.

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19 Jul 2019, 16:30
BPS Pro Qualifier 2

Last post by WV1951 « 12 Jul 2019, 19:58
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by WV1951 » 07 Feb 2019, 23:44
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For those who have used, looking at the above. BPS/Cabelas is running their spring sale 1/2 off. $50.
Apparently the 2nd edition has been out only...

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Odd?? I completely missed that. At least around here. Didn't see it in my flyer. I strolled through the Denver Bass Pro July 3rd when visiting family...
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Last post by WV1951
12 Jul 2019, 19:58
How Many Reel Mfg's Are There Really?

Last post by Butthead « 19 Jun 2019, 13:45
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by LDUBS » 08 Feb 2019, 00:25

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I was looking at WV1951's post about the BPS Pro Qualifier 2, and was thinking different brands of reels sure are starting to all look the same. I...

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I can't find the original information that I read about them years ago, but it was that they were making parts for all lines of Abu round reels,...

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Last post by Butthead
19 Jun 2019, 13:45
Free spooling option on Penn level wind reel?

Last post by bikerider « 15 Jun 2019, 02:19
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by bikerider » 12 Jun 2019, 22:22

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I have a feeling this is potentially a face palm question but I must ask those more knowledgeable than myself. I just got into trolling with lead...

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That makes total sense. I tried the different adjustments on my reel and now have a much better understanding of how it works and am excited to go...

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15 Jun 2019, 02:19
Quantum Smoke SL100HPT Beware!

Last post by gnappi « 15 Mar 2019, 07:58
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by onthewater102 » 12 Oct 2018, 23:54
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I don't try to go out of my way to bad mouth products, pretty much ever to this point, but I attempted to clean up a pair of Quantum Smoke reels...

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You mis-understand vintage Anything older than 3 years or so if not updated with current gizmos regardless WHERE it's made if kept and not updated...
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15 Mar 2019, 07:58
Piscifun Reels

Last post by onthewater102 « 11 Feb 2019, 19:59
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by onthewater102 » 13 Sep 2018, 17:22

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Anyone have any experience with any of their offerings?

Their parts diagrams look like they're the same reels that Pure Fishing sells under so many...

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Not really - I've only spoken to them in emails. They're responsive, for what little that's worth. I haven't had problems with them, but to be honest...

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Last post by onthewater102
11 Feb 2019, 19:59
basic spinning reel maintenance

Last post by onthewater102 « 04 Feb 2019, 12:31
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by Carbut » 28 Jan 2019, 04:02

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Does anyone have a youtube video or other tutorial for basic spinning reel maintenance over the winter? The baitrunner reels that i use for chunking...

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If you're not looking to give it a deep cleaning (to remove any sand etc. that may have gotten into it) open up the side plate access cover on the...

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04 Feb 2019, 12:31
Ugly stik USSP601H

Last post by tracker101 « 03 Jan 2019, 23:11
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by gnappi » 22 Nov 2018, 13:52

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I've been using the 6' Uglystik for over two years now, and it's been a perfect heavy rod for bigger or hard fighting fish. I use it mainly for...

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I agree with you 150 percent ,,, the last two rods I bought at BPS I had to modifiy myself,, I cut the ends of the handles off and put rubber caps on...

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Last post by tracker101
03 Jan 2019, 23:11
NEED a SOURCE for 1930s SALTWATER BOAT-ROD GUIDES

Last post by satx78247 « 22 Dec 2018, 13:34
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by satx78247 » 21 Dec 2018, 23:46

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Friends,

Here I go again asking for help finding something that's HARD to find: I need at least ONE double-footed NOS or period correct guide...

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Jim,

SORRY. - I have neither a suitable camera nor the knowledge to use one.

yours, tex

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22 Dec 2018, 13:34
Baitcasting eBAy Impulse buy. A good deal?

Last post by WV1951 « 20 Dec 2018, 20:26
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by FishyItch » 17 Jan 2011, 16:14
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This next season I want to get away from spinning and get more into baitcasting reels. I have limited experience, but it seems like once I get it...

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You weren't specific on your three reels, so I don't want to step on your toes on your decent quality comment.
A few months ago, I picked up a house...
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Last post by WV1951
20 Dec 2018, 20:26
Shakespeare 1944 model GE reel

Last post by DaleH « 26 Nov 2018, 17:05
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by JL8Jeff » 25 Nov 2018, 11:41

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I have an old Shakespeare 1944 model GE reel in the original box that is used. It looks pretty good but it does have some corrosion around the base...

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Try contacting this site:

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Last post by DaleH
26 Nov 2018, 17:05
Penn Battle II reels on sale today on Amazon!

Last post by Jim « 26 Nov 2018, 10:48

by Jim » 26 Nov 2018, 10:48

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26 Nov 2018, 10:48
KastKing Rods on Sale!

Last post by Jim « 23 Nov 2018, 13:22

by Jim » 23 Nov 2018, 13:22

Amazon has various sizes and power of Casting and Spinning Rods for 52.49 to 54.74 after applying discount code KKRYRDSD

Original Price:...

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23 Nov 2018, 13:22
Piscifun rods under $60!

Last post by Jim « 07 Nov 2018, 23:15
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by Jim » 07 Nov 2018, 07:35

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Piscifun baitcasting rods under $60 to your door. 10% off in addition to that(click the coupon). Decent reviews to boot!
Tinboats.net member...

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Using this code: 15PFKE7X and the coupon, I picked up a 7'2 Heavy for $50.14 delivered. I will put it through the ringer when it gets here.

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07 Nov 2018, 23:15
Piscifun Phantom

Last post by Jim « 28 Oct 2018, 08:12

by Jim » 28 Oct 2018, 08:12

Check out this awesome review done by our very own onthewater102 on the Piscifun Phantom. He was even able to secure us a 15% discount if you decide...

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Last post by Jim
28 Oct 2018, 08:12
Home made Rod.

Last post by onthewater102 « 18 Oct 2018, 23:19
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by HogWild » 09 Jun 2018, 07:25

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Who here has made their own Rod. I'm not completely happy with store baughts [-X and thinking about building my own :roll: . Maybe I can come closer...

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and this is what you can get for a finished product when you do your own building:

Revo SX Gen 2...No Line, No Rod... 9.0oz

Full ready-to-go...

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Last post by onthewater102
18 Oct 2018, 23:19
Split Grip Rods

Last post by LDUBS « 22 Sep 2018, 20:03
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by LDUBS » 01 Sep 2018, 22:56

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I didn't want to hijack OnTheWater's Custom Rod thread in the Classified section so thought I would open up a new post here. (I hope OnTheWater will...

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Split grips are not really applicable to my style of fishing but I wondered if they were a marketing ploy designed to catch fisherman. Sounds like...

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22 Sep 2018, 20:03
Fishing 'cannon' ... who needs a tin boat?

Last post by captain belly « 11 Sep 2018, 18:04
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by DaleH » 07 Sep 2017, 11:05

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Now I've seen it all, from RC boats and drones that drag your lure out to where you want it ... now here's the cross between a potato gun and a surf...

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saw this a couple years ago.... I wonder if there's a law against these in certain areas. I have a potato gun, and I know the local authorities frown...

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Last post by captain belly
11 Sep 2018, 18:04
Penn reels

Last post by ppine « 28 Aug 2018, 00:34
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by riverrat717 » 31 Dec 2015, 14:34
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Any one have any experience with them? Specifically the BattleII (5 bearings) or Conflict (7 bearings) in 4000 size. Looking to replace my old...

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I have a bunch of old Penn reels for trolling. I got some from my dad that he had in the 1950s and 1960s. I have bought some at gun shows and garage...
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Last post by ppine
28 Aug 2018, 00:34
704Z

Last post by LDUBS « 15 Jul 2018, 22:54
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by HogWild » 15 Jul 2018, 07:01

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I scored a used Penn 704Z yesterday at the Flea Market for $40. :shock: This thing is still tight as the day it was made. =D> A little cleaning and...

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Nice score. If you scroll down in this same Rods/Reels forum there is a thread named Penn Reels. It has some good info on resources including...

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15 Jul 2018, 22:54
Reel repair question

Last post by DaleH « 28 Jun 2018, 16:32
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by onthewater102 » 18 Jun 2018, 21:01

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I've got a Shimano Symetre 4000 RJ (Rear drag model) with some sentimental value that I need to repair, but I cannot figure out how to disassemble...

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Used to be free ... but $25 for a reel you like, that isn’t made anymore, sounds like a deal to me.

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Last post by DaleH
28 Jun 2018, 16:32
Abu Garcia Black Max-pleasantly surprised

Last post by Jim « 15 Jun 2018, 10:50
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by WV1951 » 13 May 2018, 19:34

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First, let me say, I am an idiot.
Left my old reliable Shimano Bantam 10XSG on the boat dock last week. Loved that simple reel. Really miss the rod...

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Im begging, someone write a quick member review. :LOL2:

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Last post by Jim
15 Jun 2018, 10:50
Bling,...........ugh.

Last post by LDUBS « 05 Jun 2018, 00:59
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by New River Rat » 24 Nov 2017, 13:08

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Had this blank lying around for a couple of years, meant to be a crankbait rod (composite). Anyway, the wife saw it, wanted me to bling it up and let...

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Sometimes what seems like a great plan just doesn't get traction and we never know why. And, maybe it is best we don't ask. :LOL2:

Man oh man, I...

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Last post by LDUBS
05 Jun 2018, 00:59
Daiwa Lexa 100 Line Counter- right hand

Last post by LDUBS « 18 May 2018, 01:42
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by LDUBS » 17 May 2018, 22:29

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I bought one of these reels in December. I like it a lot because of the compact size. I've been trying to buy a second one for some time now (at...

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Unbelievable. About 3 hours after making this post I checked BPS just for the heck of it. They now have them in stock.

TB.net has some good karma...

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Last post by LDUBS
18 May 2018, 01:42
ABU GARCIA REVO PREMIER On Sale

Last post by Jim « 30 Apr 2018, 05:08

by Jim » 30 Apr 2018, 05:08

Seems like a good deal compared to TW. $100 off?

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30 Apr 2018, 05:08
ABU cust service

Last post by the hammer « 07 Apr 2018, 10:41
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by skipper123 » 10 Jun 2017, 10:14

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Just sent my first of six Garcia Orra S 40 spinning reels back for repair under warranty. Not sure what happened but the bail would not close, seemed...

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A 13 year old boy gets the itch to disassemble his brand new Abu-Garcia Ambassadeur 5500C for no reason whatsoever.
13 year old boy is unable to...

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Last post by the hammer
07 Apr 2018, 10:41
Some babble about gear upgrades

Last post by New River Rat « 26 Feb 2018, 14:01
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by LDUBS » 26 Sep 2017, 13:23
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Biding my time before an endodontist appointment. Pardon my babbling.

If being frugal is a good thing, then I would like to think I am frugal as...

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Andy, some Redwing boots are still made here.

I have two pair of these, one is 10 years old and still going!
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26 Feb 2018, 14:01
Pflueger $25 Rebate

Last post by Popeye « 18 Feb 2018, 12:08
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by Jim » 18 Feb 2018, 08:42

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Pflueger is offering a $25 rebate on its reels for a limited time. Presidents are very good reels for the money.

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Just another excuse to buy a new rod though. As if most of us need an excuse...

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Last post by Popeye
18 Feb 2018, 12:08
Newest Acquisition

Last post by LDUBS « 02 Jan 2018, 14:11
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by LDUBS » 08 Dec 2017, 04:21

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Daiwa Lexa 100 line counter reel. This is the smallest in the Lexa LC series and is rated at 140 yards of 14# mono. I have mine loaded with 8# mono....

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That's right -- if there isn't a photo then it didn't happen. LOL. I been putting them under the fishing report section. First one on the new rig is...

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02 Jan 2018, 14:11

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